IIIT Una, September 14, 2026: The Indian Institute of Information Technology (IIIT) Una
celebrated Hindi Diwas with enthusiasm and literary fervour through a special poetry evening,
Kavya Sandhya, organized under the leadership of Prof. Manish Gaur, Director, IIIT Una. The
programme aimed to promote awareness of the Hindi language, highlight its literary, cultural,
and national significance, and strengthen the connection between the younger generation and
their mother tongue.
The programme was graced by the Registrar of the institute, Dr. Ravi Saini as the Chief Guest,
while the Head of the School of Basic Sciences Dr. Naman Garg attended as the Guest of
Honour. Both distinguished guests were formally welcomed and felicitated on behalf of the
institute. Faculty members, officers, staff, and students participated in the celebration in large
numbers.
The programme commenced with the reading of the Education Minister’s message by Dr.
Satendra Kumar, Nodal Hindi Officer, IIIT Una. The message highlighted the rich heritage of
the Hindi language, its role in promoting national unity, and the importance of its wider use in
education, administration, and daily life. It also encouraged the gathering to contribute towards
the promotion and preservation of Hindi.
The highlight of the celebration was the presentation of original Hindi poems by students and
faculty members. Through their creative compositions, participants explored themes of love
for the Hindi language, patriotism, cultural pride, education, society, nature, and human values.
The heartfelt performances captivated the audience and added a vibrant literary spirit to the
occasion, drawing widespread appreciation from those present.
Addressing the gathering, the Chief Guest and Guest of Honour emphasized that Hindi is not
merely a language but an important carrier of Indian culture and identity. They highlighted the
need to promote the use of Hindi in technical institutions and strengthen its relevance in
science, technology, and research. They also encouraged students to take pride in their mother
tongue and contribute to its preservation and promotion.
The programme concluded with a vote of thanks by Dr. Satendra Kumar, who expressed
gratitude to the distinguished guests, participants, faculty members, staff, and students for their
presence and contribution. The celebration infused the institute with renewed enthusiasm and
pride in the Hindi language, reaffirming IIIT Una’s commitment to promoting linguistic
awareness and cultural values within its academic community.
