LAHORE: A launch ceremony of book: “Karwaan-e-Gojran,” a detailed work on the history of the Gojar community, was held on Friday at Avari Hotel here under the patronage of Senator Chaudhry Jaffar Iqbal.
The book, written by Brigadier Chaudhry Sagheer Hussain and Rafiq Shahid, explores thousands of years of Gojar history and highlights their important contributions to human civilization.
The event was attended by historians, intellectuals, and members of the Gojar community. The authors presented a new perspective on history, challenging the traditional accounts written by foreign writers.
Speaking at the event, Brigadier Chaudhry Sagheer Hussain said: “The book reveals the true history of the Gojar community.”
“For too long, foreign writers like the Greeks portrayed the history from their own point of view. They often left out the truth, colouring the facts and ignored depiction of the true picture in their accounts, but Karwaan-e-Gojran attempts to correct these ‘illusions and delusion’ by composing the full narrative of the Gojars and their rich heritage.”
Dr Sajid Awan, Director of the National Institute of Historical and Cultural Research (NIHCR), also spoke at the occasion. He said “We have become used to learning history in a colonial style, where others define our past. This book is different because it tells the story from the very beginning of humanity and shows how the Gojar community played an important role in it.”
Dr Awan added that the book offers a new way to understand the past, free from foreign influence, and praised the authors for their hard work.
Senator Chaudhry Jaffar Iqbal showered the authors’ with praise for their meticulous efforts, emphasizing that writing a book like this was not an easy task.
“It is a great contribution to preserving the history of the Gojar community, which will ultimately inspire the future generations,” he lauded.
The audience, which included many prominent members of the Gojar community, praised the book and the authors. Many called it a proud moment for the Gojars and said the book will help people learn more about their roots and achievements.
