Ashok Kaura
Renowned Indian litterateur Phagwara resident Dr Jawahar Dhir’s latest book, “Mother Never Dies”, was formally presented to an Australian library during a special ceremony held in Melbourne to mark Australia’s National Day. The event was organised by the Smart Club of Melbourne at the Bala-Bala Community Centre, Clyde North, and witnessed the presence of prominent community members and public representatives.
The book was handed over to the library by Rajinder Dhingra, President of the Smart Club of Melbourne, as part of an initiative aimed at promoting Indian literature and universal human values on an international platform. The ceremony was graced by MP Pauline Richards, who formally accepted the book on behalf of the library, appreciating the depth and sensitivity of the subject addressed by the author.
On the occasion, another Member of Parliament, Cassandra Fernando, signed a copy of the book and shared her reflections on its theme. She remarked that a mother is the creator of life and the foundation of human existence, emphasising that respect for motherhood is essential in every society.
Speaking during the presentation, MP Pauline Richards congratulated Dr Jawahar Dhir for editing and authoring a book on such a profound and meaningful subject. She stated that “Mother Never Dies” reflects emotions and values that transcend cultural and geographical boundaries, making it relevant for readers across the world.
Expressing his gratitude, Dr Jawahar Dhir thanked the Australian library authorities and the Smart Club of Melbourne for this thoughtful initiative. He described the inclusion of his book in the library as a matter of pride and an opportunity to connect global readers with Indian literary thought and emotional philosophy.
It is noteworthy that Rajinder Dhingra had personally collected copies of the book from Dr Dhir during his recent visit to India, with the objective of making them available to Australian readers through local libraries.
The ceremony was attended by several distinguished members of the Smart Club, including Secretary Mumtaz Maqbool, Pankaj Dang, Advocate Surjit Lamba, Parveen Kukreja, Sandhu, and other community representatives, who collectively lauded the effort to strengthen cultural and literary ties between India and Australia.
