Department of Punjabi, Jammu University in Collaboration with Punjabi Lekhak Sabha Jammu organised a literary function to release a book, "Jammu-Kashmir De Punjabi Natak Ate Rangmanch Da Itihas (1947-2021)"

Post Graduate Department of Punjabi, Jammu University in Collaboration with Punjabi Lekhak Sabha Jammu organised a literary function to release a book, "Jammu-Kashmir De Punjabi Natak Ate Rangmanch Da Itihas (1947-2021)" by Prominent Punjabi Writer, theatre artist and film maker S. Bikram Singh. The programme started with the welcome address by Prof. Baljeet Kaur, HOD Punjabi Department who threw light upon the various activities being performed by the Punjabi Department to encourage the writers and poets of the UT.

 She welcomed the  audience which included the writers, poets, intellectuals, university scholars and the family members of the writer. She also added that JKUT has a great tradition of Punjabi Drama and Theatre and in this context this book will have great importance for the students and scholars of Punjabi Drama. 

Dr Arvinder Amn , former additional secy. JKAACL was the Chief Guest and Dr. Monojit Singh presided over the function. Prof, Baljit Kour HOD Punjabi department, Dr. Baljeet Singh Raina, President Punjabi Lekhak Sabha, Jammu also shared the presidium. After the formal release of the book, Dr Baljit Raina, president PLS presented his views about the relevance of this important critical work done by S. Bikram Singh. He also threw light upon the life and contributions of S. Bikram Singh to Punjabi theatre, Drama and Filmmaking in detail. S. Harjit Singh Uppal spoke about the dedication of S. Bikram Singh ji towards Punjabi theatre and Cinema in the region and his consistent endeavour for its development till date. Another known figure Punjabi singer Rahi Simbal Puria also shares his view about the passion of filmmaking. Dr Amn spoke about the dedication of S. Bikram Singh towards Punjabi Drama, Theatre and Punjabi Cinema. 

While appreciating the book, He further added that S. Bikram Singh works tirelessly for the betterment of Punjabi Language, literature, Culture and Cinema throughout his life. In his presidential speech Dr Monojit, a famous satire writer related his memories with S. Bikram Singh from a long time and appreciates his passion about Punjabi theatre in the JK UT. He further enlightened the audience about the relevance and importance of such a great work for future scholars and students. 

The proceedings of the programme were conducted by Dr Mamta with her prompt wit and views. The programme concluded with the vote of thanks by Dr Harjinder Singh who presented his views about the efforts of the department for the cause of Punjabi literary activities.