Government College Jaura Hosts Hindi Fortnight With Literary Competitions

Hindi Diwas and Hindi Fortnight-2026 were organised at Government College Jaura in Jaura, Morena, under the aegis of the Indian Knowledge Tradition Cell (IKS) from 14 to 28 September with enthusiasm.

The programme was aimed at developing a sense of respect and pride among students towards the Hindi language, while also introducing them to the connection between Hindi literature and the Indian knowledge tradition.

During the fortnight, several literary and creative competitions were organised for students. The event began on 14 September with the inauguration of Hindi Diwas and the Hindi Fortnight. After this, competitions such as speech, essay writing, story writing, poetry recitation and a Hindi language-awareness quiz were held.

In the speech competition, students presented their views on the topic, “The role of Hindi language and literature in the Indian knowledge tradition.” In the essay and story-writing competitions, students presented original compositions on themes linked to the Hindi language, literature, culture and the Indian knowledge tradition.

The poetry recitation competition also drew attention, with students making emotional and impactful presentations. Their performances became one of the key features of the fortnight-long programme.

In the Hindi language-awareness quiz, questions were asked on grammar, literature, language development, culture and the Indian knowledge tradition. From 20 to 27 September, various awareness and creative activities were also organised as part of the Hindi Fortnight.

The organisers said the activities gave students an opportunity to display their talent and creative ability. Through the different events, an effort was made to develop linguistic skills, original thinking, creative writing, stage expression and interest in literature among students.

The programme was organised with the coordination of IKS in-charge Dr. Yadunandan Prasad Upadhyay and IKS patron Dr. Sudhir Kumar Pathak. It was held under the guidance of the college principal, Dr. H. N. Singh Hada.

Those present on the occasion included Prof. Sheshnarayan Shukla, Dr. Chaman Prakash Vimal, Prof. Vinod Singh Kushwah, Prof. Ashok Kumar, Prof. Ramesh Kumar, Prof. Jitendra Saket, Prof. Prafulla Bhaumik, Dr. Ankita Mishra, Ms. Sandhya Tagore, Dr. Neelam Rajput, Brajesh Kumar Shakya, Prashant Sharma, Anil Kumar, Ashu Rajak, Lokendra and Arun.

The academic and non-academic staff of the college, a large number of students and members of the Indian Knowledge Tradition Cell were also present during the programme.

At the closing event, IKS patron Dr. Sudhir Kumar Pathak expressed gratitude to the guests, teachers, employees and students who helped make the programme successful. He said such events connect students with the Hindi language, literature and the Indian knowledge tradition, while also providing a platform for their talent.

The Hindi Diwas and Hindi Fortnight-2026 programme at Government College Jaura concluded as a meaningful initiative towards developing interest and awareness among students about the Hindi language and literature.