18/08/2026
Punjab University Readers’ Society (PURS) organized its 185th Book Club Session via Google Meet.
The session was graced by Mr. Shams Siyal, a BS Sociology student at Punjab University, who led the discussion on Tilak Devasher’s book “The Pashtuns: A Contested History.”
The discussion examined the historical evolution of the Pashtun people, tracing their political identity, nationalism, and regional impact. The speaker covered key historical transitions, from Ahmad Shah Abdali’s rise in 1747 through British colonial expansion and the Durand Line to the post-1947 developments shaping the contemporary Pashtun context.
The session also highlighted how these historical shifts continue to influence Pashtun identity, politics, and regional dynamics in the present day.
The session concluded with an engaging Q&A, making the discussion insightful for all participants.
📸 Fahad Yousafzai