Students showcase literary talent and language skills as college marks Hindi Day with a series of engaging competitions
JAGADHRI | PEN OF DEMOCRACY NEWS DESK
Maharaja Agrasen College, Jagadhri, observed Hindi Day with a special literary programme organised by its Hindi Department, featuring poetry recitation and prose reading competitions. The event provided students with an opportunity to showcase their command of language, literary understanding and presentation skills while encouraging greater interest in Hindi literature.
The programme was organised with the objective of fostering students’ interest in the Hindi language and literature and strengthening their communication and expression skills. Students participated enthusiastically in both competitions and presented a range of literary works with confidence, expressive delivery and appropriate voice modulation.
The chief guest and keynote speaker for the programme was Dr Bahadur Singh, former Head of the Hindi Department at the college. Addressing the students, he said Hindi was not merely a means of communication but also a powerful medium for expressing India’s rich culture, literary heritage and human emotions.
Dr Bahadur Singh encouraged students to develop a deeper connection with Hindi literature and make greater use of the language in their academic and everyday lives. He emphasised the importance of preserving an interest in literature and language at a time when communication is increasingly influenced by multiple linguistic and digital platforms.
He said literary engagement helps students understand language beyond its basic communicative function and enables them to appreciate the ideas, emotions and cultural values reflected in literary works. He urged students to read more Hindi literature and actively participate in activities that strengthen their linguistic abilities.
College Principal Dr Karuna encouraged the participants and appreciated their enthusiasm. She said literary competitions play an important role in the overall personality development of students and help strengthen both their creative abilities and language skills.
Extending her greetings on Hindi Day, Dr Karuna encouraged students to play an active role in promoting and popularising the Hindi language. She said participation in literary activities can help students develop confidence, creativity and effective communication while also deepening their appreciation of India’s linguistic and literary traditions.
Arts Faculty Head Dr Virendra Singh Dhillon was also present during the programme. He appreciated the performances of the participating students and stressed the importance of developing awareness and interest in literature and language.
The poetry recitation and prose reading competitions witnessed enthusiastic participation. Students presented selected poems and prose compositions with expressive delivery, demonstrating their language proficiency and presentation skills. Their performances reflected preparation, confidence and an ability to communicate the emotions and ideas contained in the literary pieces.
The competitions were judged by Professor Rahul and Professor Abhishek. The judging panel assessed the participants on several parameters, including presentation, pronunciation, emotional expression, language style and content.
The judges observed the participants closely and evaluated their ability to deliver literary compositions effectively while maintaining clarity and expression. The competitions provided students with a platform to develop stage confidence and demonstrate their understanding of literary language.
Hindi Department Head Dr Usha Devi appreciated the efforts of the students and congratulated them on their participation. She encouraged students to continue engaging with Hindi literature and to make greater efforts to improve their reading, speaking and presentation abilities.
Sociology Department Head Professor Sapna also attended the programme and supported the students participating in the literary activities.
The Hindi Department played a key role in organising the programme and ensuring the smooth conduct of both competitions. The enthusiastic participation of students reflected their interest in literary and cultural activities and created a lively academic atmosphere on the college campus.
In the poetry recitation competition, Sohni of BA First Year secured the first position. Aniket of BA Second Year stood second, while Preet Kaur of BCA Final Year secured third position.
The prose reading competition saw Muskaan of BA Final Year emerge as the winner. Monika of BA Second Year secured second position, while Jhankar Saini of BA First Year finished third.
The performances were appreciated by the faculty and fellow students, with participants demonstrating confidence in their delivery and an ability to present literary content in an engaging manner.
The programme also highlighted the role that college-level literary competitions can play in encouraging students to explore creative expression. Such activities provide an environment where students can develop skills that complement their academic education, including public speaking, pronunciation, vocabulary, expression and confidence.
The organisers said the event was intended not only to mark Hindi Day but also to encourage sustained engagement with language and literature. Competitions such as poetry recitation and prose reading provide students with opportunities to move beyond textbook-based learning and experience literature through performance and expression.
The participation of students from different academic programmes also demonstrated the wider relevance of language skills across disciplines. Effective communication and confidence in expression remain valuable abilities for students irrespective of their chosen field of study.
The programme concluded on a positive note, with the winning students receiving appreciation for their performances. The organisers expressed satisfaction with the response to the event and said such literary activities would continue to be encouraged to promote students’ creative and linguistic development.
The Hindi Day programme at Maharaja Agrasen College, Jagadhri, thus combined literary appreciation with student participation and competition. Through poetry and prose, students were encouraged to connect with language, literature and expression while gaining valuable experience in presenting their ideas before an audience.
The event reinforced the college’s emphasis on holistic student development and highlighted the continuing relevance of literary activities in higher education.
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