ISLAMABAD, April 17 (INP): Writers and intellectuals at a literary event here commemorated contribution of mystic poet Mian Muhammad Bakhsh, legendary poets Shaikh Ayaz and Mir Gul Khan Naseer to Pakistani literature and promotion of human values. Talks on their life and work were especially arranged by Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) to sensitize the young generation about the revolutionary thoughts of their national heroes. This was the part of the literature carnival held at the AIOU to promote literary and social activities facilitating students in their future learning. A literary sitting was also arranged on the occasion with famous poet Zatoon Bano, Welcoming the participants of three-day festival, Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Shahid Siddiqui paid rich tributes to Mian Muhammad Bakhsh, Ayaz Shiekh and Gul Khan Naseer, stating they are national assets and pride of the entire humanity. It was their honour to keep them remember and pass on their revolutionary thoughts to young generation, he added. The event was sponsored by the University’s department of National Languages and it was conducted by the Faulty members, Dr. Abdul Jan Abid, Zaiur Rehman Baluch, Dr. Abdul Wahid and Hakim Ali Burior. The participants expressed the need for exploring and appreciating the magnificent literary contributions of such outstanding literary figures and promote their messages for the benefit of the coming generations. INP/AK