Fall of Dhaka and Urdu Novel

سقوطِ ڈھاکہ اور اُردو ناول

Abstract

The 1971 tragedy is a significant and painful chapter in Pakistan's history, marked by the involvement of global powers with ulterior motives. Wars devastate not only the physical landscape but also the human psyche, leaving individuals helpless and scarred. Literature serves as a crucial medium to articulate these impacts, capturing the internal and external dimensions of war. Among literary forms, the novel stands out for its role in documenting the fall of Dhaka. These novels vividly portray the historical, political, and cultural complexities of the era, offering narratives of disaster, displacement, and human suffering. Through these works, the profound tragedies of war are preserved and explored in their full depth and nuance.