Srinagar: Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, Manoj Sinha, will inaugurate a one-day national seminar on “Bhartiya Bhashaon Mein Ekaatmata” at the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar on Friday, September 19, 2025, as part of the ongoing Hindi Pakhwada celebrations organized by the institute’s Rajbhasha Cell.
The seminar is being organized by NIT Srinagar’s Rajbhasha Cell in collaboration with the Bhartiya Bhasha Samiti (Ministry of Education), New Delhi, with academic support from Shiksha Sanskriti Utthaan, Bhartiya Bhasha Manch Nyas, and the Department of Hindi, University of Kashmir. This initiative forms a key part of Hindi Pakhwada (September 14–28) at the institute, highlighting the role of Indian languages in fostering unity, inclusivity, and cultural integration.
The inaugural session will feature LG Manoj Sinha as Chief Guest and Atul Bhai Kothari, National Secretary of Shiksha Sanskriti Utthaan Nyas, New Delhi, as Guest of Honour. Prof. Binod Kumar Kanaujia, Director, NIT Srinagar, serves as the Chief Patron of the seminar. The event is funded by the Bhartiya Bhasha Samiti (MOE), New Delhi, with the organizing team including Dr. Rajesh Prasad Shukla, Dr. Vijay Kumar, Dr. H. S. Pali, and Dr. Jitendra Gurjar.
Other notable attendees include Anil Kumar Joshi and Dr. Geeta Nayak, members of the Central Executive of Bhartiya Bhasha Samiti, along with Dr. V. Dayalu, Convener of Bharatiya Bhasha Manch (North Zone). Distinguished dignitaries invited are vice-chancellors from various universities, including Prof. A. Ravinder Nath (Central University of Kashmir), Prof. Nilofar Khan (University of Kashmir), Prof. Nazir Ahmad Ganai (SKUAST-K), Prof. B. N. Tripathi (SKUAST-Jammu), Prof. Sanjeev Jain (Central University of Jammu), Prof. Umesh Roy (University of Jammu), and Prof. Pragati Kumar (SMVDU).
In his message, Prof. Kanaujia emphasized the importance of preserving linguistic heritage. “Indian languages are not just a means of communication but a reflection of our collective history, culture, and identity. This seminar will deepen our understanding of linguistic unity and strengthen national integration,” he said.
Registrar Prof. Atikur Rehman highlighted that NIT Srinagar consistently promotes India’s linguistic and cultural richness, noting that the event will inspire the younger generation to appreciate linguistic diversity as a pillar of nation-building.
The seminar will feature keynote addresses, lectures, and panel discussions, exploring the interconnectedness of Indian languages. Discussions will focus on three themes: Unity in Indian languages and translation, skill development and technology, and one emotion, many languages, emphasizing how linguistic diversity strengthens social cohesion and cultural heritage.
The Rajbhasha Cell of NIT Srinagar, instrumental in implementing the Government of India’s Official Language Policy (Articles 343–351), has enhanced bilingual documentation under Section 3(3) of the Official Languages Act, 1963, from 0.05% to 75% in recent years.
Coinciding with Hindi Pakhwada (September 14–28), the seminar complements activities like essay writing, poetry recitation, debates, workshops, and quizzes, promoting Hindi in official work and daily communication. The event will also spotlight the Indian Language Committee, established under the National Education Policy 2020 to encourage the holistic development of Indian languages.
