Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Dec 22: Minister for Forest, Environment and Ecology, Choudhary Lal Singh today said that producing literature in native languages serves a great purpose of bringing society together in a muti-cultural and muti-lingual nation.
Speaking at the book release function organized by Nami Dogri Sanstha, Jammu at KL Sehgal Hall here today, the Minister said it is another addition to the rich literature of Dogri. He termed the book an arguably analytical reference book on the Dogri culture and community of Jammu and Kashmir.
Expressing deep appreciation for the work by the author, Singh laid emphasis on undertaking such initiatives in the native languages.
He also appreciated the Nami Dogri Sanstha, Jammu for their efforts for promotion of Dogri language and culture.
The book titled ‘Cheten Di Bushkadi’ has been authored by noted Dogri writer, Shambu Ram Pyasa.
The function was attended by former MLA Bishnah Ashwani Sharma and special invitee on the occasion was, Om Vidyarthi, Sahitya Academy Awardees, Mohan Singh and N D Jamwal.
Sahitya Academy Awardee, Om Goswami presided over the function. The speakers on the occasion appreciated the work done by Nami Dogri Santha Jammu. Writers, academicians, journalists, Dogri lovers also attended the function.
On the occasion, two papers on the book were presented. The papers were read by Dr Sunita Bhadwal and Dr Sushma Rani, which were appreciated during the programme.
Earlier, former MLA, Ashwani appealed people to do some more in the field of Dogri. “Dogri classes should be started in every school even in private schools also,” he opined.
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