Punjabi Sahit Akademi honours poet Mohan Singh on his 121st birth anniversary

Ludhiana: The Punjabi Sahit Akademi organised a seminar and poetry recital to mark the 121st birth anniversary of celebrated poet Mohan Singh.Delivering the Mohan Singh Memorial Lecture, Dr Jaswinder Singh, professor of Eminence at Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar, stated that society needed honest politicians in keeping with the late poet’s vision. Reflecting on the ongoing conflict between power and principles, he expressed concern over the media’s failure to fulfill its role effectively, illustrating his points through recitations of Mohan Singh’s works.Akademi general secretary Dr Gulzar Singh Pandher introduced the life and literary contributions of the poet, who had also previously served as the akademi’s general secretary.Former akademi president Gurbhajan Singh Gill, who chaired the poetry recital, highlighted initiatives to preserve the poet’s legacy, including Dr Dhanwant Kaur’s efforts in compiling his complete works into a book.Gill traced the historical preservation of the poet’s memory, noting that the Mohan Singh Memorial Foundation was established after his passing, while Jagdev Singh Jassowal launched the Mohan Singh Mela, leaving a lasting imprint on Punjab’s cultural landscape. Addressing contemporary challenges facing the state, Gill expressed confidence that Punjab would overcome its difficulties.You Can Also Check: Gold Rate in Ludhiana | Silver Rate in Ludhiana | Bank Holidays in Ludhiana | Public Holidays in Ludhiana | Petrol Price in Ludhiana | Diesel Price in Ludhiana | CNG Price in Ludhiana | LPG Price in LudhianaStay updated with the latest Ludhiana news. Download the TOI App.