The 10th Adab Festival Pakistan concluded on Sunday in Karachi. The two-day event drew large crowds from literary, cultural, and academic circles with its vibrant programming.
The festival featured lively discussions, book launches, and artistic performances. Its sustained energy cemented its place as a key event on the city’s cultural calendar.
Activities for children and families proved to be a major attraction. These included storytelling sessions, puppet theatre, and creative workshops.
Teenagers also participated in dedicated events. A well-attended writing workshop, The Storymakers Studio, was led by author Taha Kehar. The day opened with a series of thought-provoking discussions. A key session, “Designing Tomorrow with Artificial Intelligence,” explored how AI is reshaping creativity and work in Pakistan.
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— Arts Council of Pakistan Karachi (@ACPKHI) November 23, 2025Another panel, “Leaders of Tomorrow,” featured young changemakers. They shared personal stories of resilience and ambition. The popular session “Mirror to Society” examined the journey of Pakistani film and TV. It featured prominent directors and actors from the industry.
A dedicated panel, “Power Women of Pakistan: Her Story, Our Future,” highlighted the transformative impact of women’s leadership. It provided a powerful close to the festival’s 10th edition.
The festival hosted several significant book launches. These covered new works in Urdu poetry and fiction. A major highlight was the launch of Farhatullah Babar’s book, “Zardari Presidency- Now It Must be Told.” The session featured prominent journalists and analysts as discussants.
Babar stated his book details the “cat and mouse games” between democratic institutions and the establishment. He recalled a period of significant political tension in the country’s history.
The event concluded with a musical performance by Saif Samejo. It brought artists, writers, and guests together in a joyful celebration of Pakistani culture.
