Tangmarg, June 21: Renowned poet and literary figure Hilal Kashmiri has been re-elected as President of Bazm-e-Adab Gulmarg following elections held during a meeting of the literary body at its headquarters in Tangmarg.
The meeting, attended by members of the organisation, discussed various institutional matters and also conducted elections for the president’s post in a democratic and cordial atmosphere.
Three candidates—Ghulam Mohammad Benawa, Abdul Salam Hamraz and Hilal Kashmiri—contested the election. Hilal Kashmiri secured victory with an overwhelming majority, earning another term to lead the literary organisation.
Following the announcement of the results, members congratulated the newly elected president and appreciated his literary contributions and role in strengthening the institution over the years.
Participants expressed confidence that under his continued leadership, Bazm-e-Adab Gulmarg would further expand its literary and cultural activities and continue contributing to the preservation and promotion of Kashmir’s literary heritage.
Addressing the gathering, Hilal Kashmiri thanked members for their trust and support. He termed the renewed mandate an honour and pledged to work towards making the organisation more vibrant and effective in promoting literary engagement across the region.
His re-election has been welcomed by literary circles, who described it as a positive step for the continued growth of Bazm-e-Adab Gulmarg.
