Societies devoid of love for books become lifeless: Khurram Nawaz Gandapur

Khurram Nawaz Gandapur, Secretary-General of Minhaj-ul-Quran International, has stated that reading plays a central role in the maturity of nations' consciousness. He said that societies that lack a love for books become lifeless. Books help us connect the past with the present and assist in planning for the future. Through the blessing of books, we have gained awareness of Allah, the concept of Tawheed (monotheism), and the Prophethood.

Khurram Nawaz Gandapur expressed these thoughts while inaugurating a seven-day book fair organized by Minhaj-ul-Quran Kasur. This book fair was held in celebration of the 74th birthday of Shaykh-ul-Islam Professor Dr. Muhammad Tahir-ul-Qadri.

The fair showcased over 700 books authored by Shaykh-ul-Islam, covering subjects such as Islamic beliefs, Sufism, the Quran and modern science, and self-improvement. The local citizens showed great interest in the event and regarded it as an important step in reviving the culture of book reading.

Hafiz Wali Muhammad, President of Minhaj-ul-Quran Kasur, stated that Shaykh-ul-Islam Dr. Muhammad Tahir-ul-Qadri is rendering great services to Islam and knowledge. Minhaj-ul-Quran has played a significant role, especially in instilling a love for reading among the younger generation.

The book fair was attended by prominent figures, including: President of the Kasur Bar Council, Ahmed Latif Chaudhry; Nisar Ahmad Bazmi; Ghulam Sarwar; Hafiz Shakeel Ahmad; Muhammad Hafeez; Muhammad Haseeb; Mudasir Hussain, and others.

During the event, a cake was cut in celebration of Shaykh-ul-Islam Dr. Muhammad Tahir-ul-Qadri's 74th birthday.