Crucial role of mothers in society highlighted

Mavra, a Pakistani women cultural group, paid tribute to mothers through a cultural event last week in Jeddah.
The function, titled “Maa Tujhe Salam” (Mother, I salute you), comprised poetry recitations and songs performed by Mavra members highlighting the significance of mothers. A short play was performed which depicted a mother’s journey of life. The heartwarming performance left the audience in tears.
A cooking competition was also held on the sidelines of the event were a number of Pakistani dishes were presented.
The program began with the recitation of the Holy Qur’an. Mavra President Tabassum Alvi shed light on the beautiful bond between mother and her child. She concluded saying: “A mother’s blessing is a sea which has no end.”
Afshan Khokher, wife of the Pakistan consul general, was the chief guest of the event.
A panel of cooking experts selected three dishes for the prize. The panel included: Khokher; Farhat Naeem, vice principal of Pakistani International School; and Sheila Tahseemul Haq Haqqi, wife of Pakistan welfare consul.
Riffat Ayesha, Nosheen Majeed and Ayesha Mohsin won the first, second and third prizes, respectively in the savory items category, while Tazeen Saleem, Gul Saud and Fouzia Atif won the first, second and third prizes, respectively, in the sweets category.
The chief guest awarded the winning contestants. Participating members also received special prizes for their contribution.
The chief guest spoke on the occasion and acknowledged the role of mothers in society.
Khokher appreciated the organizers of the event for making the event a success.
“All the dishes were very well presented. It was hard for us to select the winners,” she added.
The evening ended with a lavish dinner.
Mavra offers a platform to women to exhibit their talent through their cultural and literary programs.