President Murmu Enriches ‘Sahitya Aaj Tak’ Event with Her Presence; Celebrated Lyricist Gulzar Honored
President Droupadi Murmu attended the ‘Sahitya Aaj Tak’ event in New Delhi, where she presented the ‘Aaj Tak Sahitya Jagriti Samman’ awards. In her address, she extended special congratulations to Gulzar Saheb for receiving the ‘Aaj Tak Sahitya Jagriti Lifetime Achievement Award,’ lauding his contributions to literature and art. President Murmu emphasized that the award-winning works highlight India’s rich diversity, bridging generations of writers and reflecting a nationwide consciousness present since ancient times, through the freedom struggle, and into contemporary literature.
She commended the India Today Group for organizing the event and urged them to broaden the reach of regional and subaltern literature. President Murmu highlighted the importance of recognizing underrepresented voices and leveraging technology to amplify literary works. She also called for enhanced efforts in promoting children’s literature through both original writing and translations, as this enriches society.
Addressing the role of literature, President Murmu remarked that true literary work stems from genuine empathy for people’s experiences, rejecting intellectual arrogance and prejudice. She insisted that literature must connect with humanity’s flow to empower society and transform it. The President underscored literature’s power to adapt eternal human values to changing circumstances and its influence in shaping thoughts and societal growth. Recognizing the impact of literature on figures like Mahatma Gandhi, she called for continued respect for its role in society.
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Publish Date: 2024-11-23 21:34:00
