January 26, 2017, Peshawar: The topic of the latest episode of Sabawoon, the flagship radio program of the Center for Research and Security Studies (CRSS), was hospitality and Hujra culture and the negative impacts of militancy on this phenomenon.
Other points of discussion included the distinct features of Pashtun culture, history of Pashtun literature, negative impacts of social media on cultural values and norms, lack of awareness among youth about their own culture, and the role of teachers and elders in revival of Hujra and hospitality culture.
The show was aired under the theme of Ranra (light) on Thursday. Mr. Zaryab Yousafzai, a PhD Scholar and Lecturer at the Islamia College University Peshawar, was the studio guest.
Mr. Yousafzai said: “Hospitality is one of the prominent characteristics of Pashtuns living all over the world, particularly in Afghanistan and Pakistan. We can inculcate our cultural traits in the young generation and make them aware about the advancement in the world through proper education.”
A radio report highlighted the significance of Hujra and hospitality in Pashtun culture and the consequences of extremism for this tradition.
Five callers participated live in the show. They discussed the subject from various angles and shared their views about the importance of Hujra and hospitality.
About Sabawoon
Sabawoon airs in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Federally Administered Tribal Areas. It is designed to highlight the local issues and promote the fundamental governance values, such as democracy, rule of law, women’s rights, and equal citizenry. The show airs Monday through Thursday every week under four themes on FM-101.5 Peshawar and Dera Ismail Khan 711 KHZ from 3:20 PM to 4:00 PM. On Monday, Jarga Maraka covers current affairs and important regional issues along with input from the government and other senior officials. On Tuesday, Da Simay Jaaj gives an overview of the top stories from KP and FATA regions. Jwandai Jazbey airs on Wednesday and deals with issues of relevance to and significance for youth, students and women. Socio-cultural affairs are discussed in Ranra on Thursday.