2-day lit fest marks Premchand's birth anniversary at Lamahi
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The centre functions under the Faculty of Arts, BHU.
The event began with essay writing, literature quizzes, and painting competitions organised for school and college students. Selected participants will be felicitated during the main celebration on Thursday. The competitions aim to familiarise the younger generation with Premchand's literary contributions and social values. Speaking on the occasion, Prof Sushma Ghildiyal from the Faculty of Arts said the programme is dedicated to exploring Premchand's personality and works.
It includes academic lectures, cultural performances, and student competitions. A committee constituted by the faculty is overseeing the event, with Prof. Neeraj Khare from the Hindi Department serving as coordinator.
Prof Khare informed that the main programme on Thursday will feature a keynote address by noted story critic Prof. Rohini Agrawal from Rohtak, former Head of the Hindi Department at Maharshi Dayanand University. Her lecture will focus on the theme 'India of Premchand's Dreams'. Prof. Sadanand Shahi, former Head of the Hindi Department at BHU, will also address the gathering. BHU Registrar Arun Kumar Singh will be present as the special guest, while Prof Ghildiyal will preside over the function.
A theatrical performance based on Premchand's iconic story Bade Bhai Sahab will also be staged.
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