RUZAIK FAROOK
COLOMBO: The Zahira College Writers Forum launched 27 books authored by 24 writers at the College Ghaffoor Hall recently. The event was held under the patronage of the College Principal, Trizviiy Marikkar.
President of the Writers Forum Mahdi Isham delivered the welcome address.
Author Mrs. Zaneefa Zaneer, who was the chief guest, spoke on the importance of reading in daily life and shared her 30 years of experience as a writer. She encouraged the students not to stop after writing one book, but to continue writing and produce more books. She also urged parents and teachers to encourage children to develop their writing skills and publish more books.
Dhananjika Deepani, Farsha Roomi, Shaza Aliman and M.R.F. Rushdhiya reviewed the books in Sinhala, Tamil and English.
Head of Co-Curricular Activities Shihnaz Badurdeen, Vice Principal Zeenath Ismail, Vice Principal A.M. Mihilar, Head of Primary Hasna Iflal, Writers Forum teacher-in-charge Shazna Azam, Chairman of Co-Curricular Activities of the Board of Governors M.R.M. Nimnaz, teachers, students and parents were also present at the event.
