New Delhi, May 04: The literary-cultural programme Hindiyan, organised by Rekhta Foundation’s ‘Hindvi’ initiative, was successfully held at the Gulmohar Auditorium, India Habitat Centre, New Delhi. The event focused on the role of folk languages in literature and cinema, their expansion, and their creative possibilities. It fostered a meaningful and serious dialogue on the interconnections between language, culture, and creative expression.
The programme aimed to highlight the importance of linguistic diversity and to explore how folk languages enrich our cultural and creative experiences. Keeping this objective in mind, the event was structured into two key segments, discussion and poetry recitation, facilitating impactful engagement at both intellectual and creative levels.
The first session featured a discussion on the theme “The Expansion of Folk Languages in Literature and Cinema.” Critics Ravikant and Amrendra Awadhiya shared their perspectives, emphasizing that folk languages are not merely tools of expression but powerful mediums that bring forth social realities, cultural memories, and the complexities of everyday life. The discussion also underscored how the use of regional dialects and folk languages in contemporary Hindi cinema enhances the authenticity and impact of narratives. Furthermore, the expansion of folk languages was viewed as an essential medium of cultural representation.
The second segment, titled “Kavitai,” featured poetry recitations by Prakash Uday, who presented Bhojpuri poetry, and Ramshankar Verma, who recited in Awadhi, captivating the audience. This session offered a vivid experience of the simplicity, rhythm, and emotional depth of folk languages. The diversity of poetic voices added a multidimensional quality to the session, reflecting both rural life and the interplay between urban experiences and folk sensibilities.
The programme was moderated by Chandra Prabha, who seamlessly connected the two sessions with her balanced and engaging style, ensuring a cohesive flow throughout the evening.
Overall, Hindiyan emerged as more than just a literary event; it served as a powerful platform to understand the deep relationship between language and culture. The programme reinforced the idea that the presence of folk languages makes literature and cinema more vibrant, authentic, and emotionally resonant.
Notably, continuing the legacy of ‘Hindvi’s’ previous programmes, Chhand-Chhand Par Kumkum and Ananta, Hindiyan successfully created a meaningful dialogue at the intersection of literature, cinema, and folk languages. The event stands as a significant step towards understanding the expansive and dynamic nature of language.
