Ancient Poetry Genre Revived at Karachi Cultural Street

The organizers of Koocha-i-Saqafat revived the long-forgotten poetic genre of ‘Char bait’ on Sunday. In some Pathan states of the subcontinent, such as Rampur, Bhopal, Tonk and Jaora, ‘Char bait’ contests were held in the past in which at least two groups recited four-line stanzas to the tune of ‘duf’ (tambourine). The road on which Koocha-i-Saqafat was held was divided into three parts. Those who came from the Arts Council roundabout first entered the art centre where paintings, specimen of calligraphy and sculptures were on display.