Govt. Degree College, Udhampur(Boys) Udhampur

Devika Literary Club, GDC Udhampur, Remembers R.K Narayan On His Birthday As Also Celebrates World TranslationDay And

2021-10-01

Devika Literary Club, GDC Udhampur, Remembers R.K Narayan on his Birthday as also Celebrates World TranslationDay and Celebrating the Incredible Indian Writers in Azadi Ka Amrut Mahotsav, under the patronship of Principal Prof. Subash Chander Sharma, The Devika Literary Club of PG Department of English, of the College organised a literary meet to commemorate the birth anniversary of writer, R.k. Narayan, the writer of famous Malgudi Days and Novels convereted to films like The Guide(Starred by Dev Anand). In his message the Patron, appreciated the efforts of the Devika Literary Club to carry on the torch of literature and humanitarianism as also remember the important writers of India in the celebration of Azadi ka Amrut Mahotsav. Thereon the convener of Devika Literary Club Dr. Pankaj Sharma, Welcomed the guests and the presenters and also apprised all about the fortnight series of the literary club to be organised as a regular feature. In the programme the students of PG English viz. Binish Khan, Saniya Bakshi, Rudrika Khajuria, Charvi Kalsotra, Reyaz Ahmed and Shubam Bhardwaj presented their views and perspectives about the works, life, career, achievements of the story writer and Novelist, R.K Narayan. The students also celebrated the international Day of Translation by remembering the renowned translators The entire Programme was organised and Coordinated by Ms. Binish Khan. The expert views in the interactive session were provided by Prof. Shaji Khan and Dr. Rippy Bawa and Dr. Pankaj Sharma. Dr. Rippy Bawa, who has her research on R.K Narayan, gave very deep insights into the style, structure and artistry in his Works. The staff of the English Department Viz. Prof. Reena Bhagat, Dr. Kawaljeet Kour, Prof. Irshad Ahmad, Guests Sajad Dilawar and Dr. Preeti Sharma were also Present in the programme. The Programme came to end with vote of thanks by the convener of the Club.