Rich Tributes To Poet Allama Iqbal On His Birth Anniversary

Hyderabad, November 9: Leading figures from political and social organizations gathered today at Hyderabad’s Iqbal Minar to pay rich tributes to the celebrated poet and philosopher Sir Muhammad Iqbal, also known as Allama Iqbal, on his 147th birth anniversary.

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Born on November 9, 1877, in Sialkot, Punjab (then part of India, now in Pakistan), Iqbal is remembered for his immense contributions to poetry, philosophy, and the intellectual awakening of South Asia. His legacy continues to inspire people across generations and regions, from India to Pakistan and beyond.

The significance of Iqbal’s contributions to literature, philosophy, and the spirit of unity was highlighted by TPCC Spokesperson Syed Nizamuddin, Tahreek Muslim Shabban President Mushtaq Mallik, MBT Spokesperson Amjedullah Khan Khaled, former Corporator Mohammed Wajid Hussain, TPCC General Secretary Zaheer Lalani, MA Mannan of CPI and other leaders present on the occasion.

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Paying tributes, Syed Nizamuddin remarked that Iqbal’s creative legacy endures even 86 years after his passing, with his words continuing to inspire millions around the world. He said Iqbal’s vision for cultural and intellectual unity resonates strongly in contemporary society. He also cited some of Iqbal’s most renowned works, including Sare Jahan Se Acha, Shikwa, and Jawab-e-Shikwa, as symbols of cultural pride and intellectual richness.

“Allama Iqbal was one of the brightest lights among the great thinkers of the 20th century. This great poet was also a philosopher and visionary who inspired movements for freedom and self-reliance across South Asia. Iqbal’s call for spiritual and cultural awakening urged generations to seek knowledge and introspection, and many regard him as a guiding light for reform and progress,” Syed Nizamuddin said.

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Tahreek Muslim Shabban President Mohammed Mushtaq Mallik described Allama Iqbal as an architect of ideological empowerment who raised voices for dignity and self-respect. He reflected on how Iqbal dramatically influenced the literary world, stating, “His legacy is embedded in the nation’s collective consciousness.”

MBT Spokesperson Amjedullah Khan Khaled emphasized the enduring relevance of Iqbal’s poetry, especially for the younger generation, and noted that his works infuse a sense of pride in cultural heritage. He highlighted Sare Jahan Se Acha as a lasting anthem of unity and resilience, further cementing Iqbal’s place in history.

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The Iqbal Minar, constructed in his memory, served as the perfect backdrop for the leaders’ tributes.

Iqbal Minar was inaugurated on April 21, 1988, by then-Chief Minister Nandamuri Taraka Ramarao on the occasion of Allama Iqbal’s 50th death anniversary. (Maxim News)


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