Tarqeem International Mushaira 2025 is a Grand Urdu Poetry evening held in the UAE, bringing together renowned poets from around the world. Themed “Celebrating the Soul of Urdu,” it highlights the language’s rich beauty and cultural heritage.
Relive the magic of our most recent gathering. Stay tuned for our next event!
Relive the magic of our most recent gathering. Stay tuned for our next event!
Event Date
5 October, 2025
The Tarqeem International Mushaira 2025 at PILAC, Lahore, celebrated Urdu poetry with elegance and passion. Presided over by Shahid Zaki, with Malik Irfan as Guest of Honour and Shabbir Hassan as Guest of Distinction, the event featured renowned poets including Ammar Iqbal, Sabahat Urooj, Soheel Sani, and others. Hosted by Adnan Munawar and Ahmed Ali Kaif, and compered by Shadab Abbasi, the Mushaira earned great applause for its poetic brilliance and flawless organization — a memorable tribute to Lahore’s rich literary tradition.
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Venue: Punjab Institute of Language, Art & Culture (PILAC), Lahore Date: 5 October 2025
The Tarqeem International Mushaira 2025 at PILAC, Lahore, was a grand celebration of Urdu poetry and literary brilliance. Presided over by Shahid Zaki (Sialkot), the event featured Malik Irfan (Dubai) as Guest of Honour and Shabbir Hassan (Lahore) as Guest of Distinction.
The evening began with a graceful welcome by Maryam Shahzadi and was beautifully compered by Shadab Abbasi, whose engaging style kept the audience captivated.
Prominent poets — Ammar Iqbal, Sabahat Urooj, Soheel Sani, Shahbaz Nayyar, Raaz Ehtesham, Fayyaz Bostan, Aarb Hashmi, Tajammul Kazmi, Ahmed Abdullah, and Usama Andaleeb — presented their best work to an appreciative Lahore audience.
Hosted by Adnan Munawar and Ahmed Ali Kaif, the event stood out for its seamless organization, vibrant participation, and poetic excellence — a memorable addition to Lahore’s rich literary tradition.