Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Jan 28 : Under the aegis of School of Humanities and Liberal Arts, a six-month Advanced Certificate Course in Dogri Translation was launched by the Cluster University of Jammu (CLUJ), here today.
The course aims to develop professional translation skills in Dogri, one of India’s 22 scheduled languages, while contributing to the preservation and contemporary relevance of the region’s rich linguistic and cultural heritage.
Ram Niwas Sharma, Commissioner Secretary, Department of Higher Education, graced the occasion as chief guest and inaugurated the programme.
In his address, Sharma highlighted the growing importance of trained translators in governance, education, literature, media and digital platforms.
“By encouraging systematic translation of Dogri literature and folklore, we contribute to cultural continuity, inclusivity and respect for linguistic diversity,” he said.
The keynote address was delivered by Padma Shri Prof Lalit Mangotra, eminent Dogri litterateur and Sahitya Akademi Awardee, who emphasized the urgent need for skilled translators to carry Dogri language and literature to wider national and global audiences while preserving its cultural authenticity.
The programme commenced with the traditional lighting of the lamp and Shalok recitation.
Prof (Dr) Twinkle Suri, Dean Academic Affairs, welcomed the gathering and outlined the academic framework of the course.
She also announced that the University plans to take this initiative forward by introducing a Diploma in Advanced Dogri Translation from the forthcoming academic session, thereby ensuring a strong and continuous academic pathway for students in Dogri studies.
During the event, a galaxy of eminent Dogri scholars, litterateurs and artists were honoured, including O P Sharma, Kasturi Lal Gupta, Maj Gen S K Sharma (Retd), Padma Shri M S Salathia, Prof Veena Gupta, Prof Sushma Sharma and Dr Joginder Singh.
The proceedings were anchored by Dr Sugandha and Dr Tarsem.
The programme concluded with a Vote of Thanks by Dr Kuldeep Raina.
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