Sharjah: The first Tamil book on His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, titled The Architect of Sharjah – His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, was launched at the Writers’ Forum (Hall No. 7) during the 45th Sharjah International Book Fair. Authored by journalist and writer Muduvai Hidayath and published under the auspices of the Islamic Literary Association, the book was released in a well-attended ceremony.
The programme began with the recitation of verses from the Holy Quran. Muhibb-ul-Ulama A. Muhammad Mahroof, Coordinator of the Islamic Literary Association, delivered the welcome address. Dr. A. Mohamed Mohideen of Kallidaikurichi introduced the book.
Businessman Syed M. Salahuddin, Chairman of the S.N.G. Group, formally released the volume. Nawas Kani, Member of Parliament from Ramanathapuram and Chairman of the Tamil Nadu Waqf Board, received the first copy.
Copies were also presented to a number of distinguished guests, including L.K.S. Meeran Muhaideen, State Secretary of the Indian Union Muslim League; S.M. Hidayathullah, a senior Tamil Nadu Congress leader; Khaja Moinudeen Hazrath, President of the Tamil Nadu Jamaathul Ulama Sabha; A.J. Kamal of Kilakarai, Managing Director of Allied Motors; businessmen Noorul Haq and Arif Rahman; Abid Junaid of the Radiant Star Group; Fairoz, proprietor of Auto Vision; Nagoor Sheikh Dawood of the Alia Group; Dr. Ansari of the Adeeb Group; Dr. Zahir Hussain of the Power Group; Dr. Abul Kalam Azad of the Al Najma Al Fareeda Group; Abu Tahir of Ilayangudi; and Jasmine Abubacker, Founder of the Green Globe organisation.
Dr. Chithirai Pon Selvan, Professor at Curtin University Dubai, delivered the felicitation address. Author Muduvai Hidayath offered the vote of thanks. The event was compered by A. Muhammad Thaha, President of the UAE Qaide Millath Peravai.
The launch drew a large gathering of literary enthusiasts and community leaders.
