Mumbai, December 13: The release of senior journalist and political commentator Shahid Siddiqui’s memoir “I, Witness” was held in Mumbai on December 13, marking an emotionally profound and memorable occasion. The event witnessed an extraordinary response from an eminent gathering of distinguished personalities representing cinema, journalism, literature, politics, and social life.
Distinguished guests
The ceremony drew the presence of noted filmmaker Mr. Mahesh Bhatt, veteran journalist Mr. Kumar Ketkar, social activist Mr. Zafar Sareshwala, Minister of State Shri Jayant Chowdhry, acclaimed scriptwriter and actor Mr. Atul Tiwari, and senior journalist Mr. Wajihuddin. The author also expressed warm appreciation for the presence and support of his friend and brother Mr. Asif Faruqi.
Mr. Shahid Siddiqui extended heartfelt gratitude to Prof. Rehan Akhtar, Mr. Faizan Qureshi, and their dedicated team for the impeccable organization of the event. The august gathering also included Prof. Zeenat Shaukat Ali, Syed Arif, Mr. Nasir Jamal, Dr. Ameed Murad and Dr. Sabeen Ahsan, as well as senior journalist Tahera Ahsan, among several other distinguished guests who warmly applauded the author’s literary endeavor.
Acknowledgment and gratitude
Addressing the audience, Shahid Siddiqui described the release as an emotionally overwhelming moment and expressed gratitude to all those who shared in the celebration of his life’s work.
Significance of the memoir
“I, Witness” has been widely noted as a substantial contribution to chronicling over five decades of India’s political and social evolution, offering first-hand insight into leaders, movements, and turning points that shaped the republic. At the Mumbai launch, guests commended the work as an honest, deeply engaged narrative that bridges memoir and political history, positioning Shahid Siddiqui as both a chronicler and participant in modern India’s democratic journey.
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