ICAR-CIRCOT, Mumbai celebrated ‘Hindi Pakhwada’ during September 14-29, 2023 and ‘Hindi Chetana Mass’ during September 1-30, 2023

ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Cotton Technology, Mumbai celebrated ‘Hindi Pakhwada’ during September 14-29, 2023 and ‘Hindi Chetana Mass’ during September 1-30, 2023. Different competitions like essay, noting, quiz, poster presentation, typing, translation of scientific terminologies and noting & drafting (for staff members from states under Region C) on different themes were organized in which all the scientific, administrative, supporting staff and students of the Institute actively participated. Speaking on the closing day event, Dr. S. K. Shukla, Director mentioned that Hindi as a language unites the people across the country and helps the staff to work with deep involvement. The Chief Guest of this event, Dr. Arvinda Sharma Rahi, Member of Maharashtra Sahitya Hindi Academy, congratulated the excellent work being done by the Institute in use of Hindi for routine official work. He also sensitized the participants about the requirement to use mother tongue for the benefit and improvement of the entire society. Dr. A.K. Bharimalla, Principal Scientist and Chairman of Hindi Pakhwada Committee, mentioned that these efforts of hindi implementation should be continuous in the Institute. He also mentioned that special competition on noting & drafting in hindi was arranged for staff members from the states covered under ‘Region C’. Smt. Trupti P. Mokal, Administrative Officer and Officer In-charge of Hindi Cell of the Institute, narrated the overall activities regarding the promotion of Hindi for the period of last one year. The winners of the competitions were awarded cash prizes and certificates during this event.