Writers celebrate 75 years of Language Department
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Patiala, January 2
Writers associated with the Language Department, Punjab, today celebrated 75 years of the department and discussed the need for proliferation of Punjabi language, culture and literature among people.
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The department’s former director, Rachhpal Gill, said there is a need to ensure promotion of Punjabi language and said, “The state government should use Punjabi language as per the decisions taken by CM Lachhman Singh Gill-led government in 1968.
Writer Balbir Kaur said the department has come a long way and has contributed towards promotion of the language since its establishment.
Chetan Singh, a writer, said Punjabi language will never be eliminated and that the writers, thinkers and artists from the region have immensely contributed towards its growth.
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The members and writers also released a logo dedicated to the 75 years of the department.
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