Tributes paid to poet 'Batalvi' on his death anniversary

Rich tributes were paid to poet Shiv Kumar 'Batalvi' on his 44th death anniversary here today.

At an auditorium, named after him, noted writers, poets, representatives of political parties paid tributes to the famous Punjabi poet.

Among them were former education minister Sewa Singh Sekhwan, MLAs Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa, Lakhbir Singh Lodhinangal, former minister Ashwani Sekhri.

Lauding the contribution of Shiv Kumar Batalvi, noted poet Surjit Patar said he gave a new direction to Punjabi literature.

While giving advice to upcoming writers, Patar said they should through their writings contribute to the maintaining of unity, integrity and brotherhood.

A 'Kavi darbar' was also organised in which renowned poets like Tarlochan Lochi, Sukhwinder Amrit, Gurbhajan Gill, Ravinder, Anup Singh participated.