Sajjad Hussain assumes charge of PAC

Rawalpindi: Sajjad Hussain, took charge of his post as Director of Punjab Arts Council (PAC) Rawal­pindi in response to the notification of Information & Culture Department.

Earlier he was serving as Director Punjab Arts Council Bahawalpur. On reaching the office, Deputy Director Muh­ammad Shakur and Assistant Director Muhammad Suleman welcomed Director Sajjad Hussain. In the meeting, the determination to protect our civilisation and cultural heritage was reiterated. The future plan of Punjab Arts Council Rawal­pindi was also discussed in the meeting. Director Sajjad Hussain said that it is my mission and responsibility to serve culture and literature. Arts and cultural events as a source of wholesome entertainment are the hallmark of any nation and region. Nations who forget their identity are doomed to destruction. Punjab is a land of beautiful cultural colours, the changing nights here share love. Rawalpindi Arts Council has been cultivating literature and culture for decades. “I will devote all my energies to promote art and culture in Potohar,” he said.