Hindi Diwas
𝐒𝐄𝐏𝐓𝐄𝐌𝐁𝐄𝐑 𝟏𝟒
𝐇𝐈𝐍𝐃𝐈 𝐃𝐈𝐖𝐀𝐒 – 𝐈𝐍𝐃𝐈𝐀
Hindi Diwas is observed annually on 14 September to commemorate the adoption of Hindi in Devanagari script as the official language of the Union by the Constituent Assembly on 14 September 1949.
The day provides an opportunity to appreciate the richness of Hindi language and literature, encourage language learning, promote multilingualism, and celebrate India’s extraordinary linguistic and cultural diversity.
𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐌𝐄
𝐇𝐈𝐍𝐃𝐈 • 𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐔𝐀𝐆𝐄 • 𝐋𝐈𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄 • 𝐂𝐔𝐋𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄 • 𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍
𝐎𝐁𝐉𝐄𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐄
To promote interest in Hindi language and literature, encourage students to develop communication and creative-expression skills, appreciate India’s linguistic heritage, strengthen cultural understanding, and promote respect for all Indian languages.
𝐈𝐃𝐄𝐀𝐒 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐒𝐂𝐇𝐎𝐎𝐋𝐒
𝐌𝐎𝐑𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐀𝐒𝐒𝐄𝐌𝐁𝐋𝐘 𝐒𝐏𝐄𝐂𝐈𝐀𝐋
1.Special presentation on the history and significance of Hindi Diwas.
2.Student speech on the importance of Hindi and Indian languages.
3.Hindi poem recitation.
4.Hindi patriotic and cultural song presentation.
5.Short presentation on famous Hindi writers and poets.
6.Multilingual presentation highlighting India’s linguistic diversity.
7.Special Hindi Diwas pledge.
8.Display of Hindi literary quotations and inspirational messages.
𝐒𝐓𝐔𝐃𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐀𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐄𝐒
1.Hindi essay-writing competition.
2.Hindi handwriting competition.
3.Hindi poetry-writing and recitation.
4.Hindi storytelling competition.
5.Hindi speech competition.
6.Hindi quiz on language, literature and culture.
7.Hindi vocabulary-building activity.
8.Hindi poster and slogan competition.
9.Hindi role-play.
10.“My Favourite Hindi Word” activity.
11.Hindi book exhibition.
12.Translation activity involving Hindi, English and regional languages.
13.“Know a Hindi Author” student presentation.
14.Hindi reading challenge.
𝐈𝐃𝐄𝐀𝐒 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐂𝐎𝐋𝐋𝐄𝐆𝐄𝐒
𝐇𝐈𝐍𝐃𝐈 𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐔𝐀𝐆𝐄 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐋𝐈𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄 𝐒𝐄𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐀𝐑
1.Role of Hindi in contemporary India.
2.Hindi literature and Indian society.
3.Hindi poetry, fiction and social awareness.
4.Importance of multilingualism in education.
5.Role of translation in connecting Indian languages.
6.Hindi as a medium of cultural exchange.
7.Digital technology and the future of Indian languages.
8.Youth and the preservation of linguistic heritage.
𝐂𝐀𝐌𝐏𝐔𝐒 𝐀𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐄𝐒
1.Hindi literary festival.
2.Hindi debate competition.
3.Hindi poetry and storytelling programme.
4.Hindi quiz competition.
5.Multilingual cultural programme.
6.Hindi book exhibition.
7.Translation workshop.
8.Student presentations on famous Hindi authors and poets.
9.Hindi creative-writing workshop.
10.Inter-college Hindi cultural competition.
11.Hindi theatre and drama presentation.
12.“One India – Many Languages” student forum.
𝐈𝐃𝐄𝐀𝐒 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐍𝐔𝐑𝐒𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐂𝐎𝐋𝐋𝐄𝐆𝐄𝐒
𝐇𝐈𝐍𝐃𝐈 𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐔𝐀𝐆𝐄 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐋𝐓𝐇𝐂𝐀𝐑𝐄 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐌𝐔𝐍𝐈𝐂𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍
1.Importance of effective communication in nursing.
2.Role of language in patient-centred care.
3.Communicating health information in a language understood by patients.
4.Importance of respectful multilingual communication.
5.Language and cultural sensitivity in healthcare.
6.Using simple Hindi appropriately when communicating with Hindi-speaking patients.
7.Role of nurses in overcoming language barriers in healthcare.
8.Importance of clear and compassionate communication.
𝐀𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐄𝐒
1.Hindi health-awareness speech competition.
2.Multilingual patient-communication role-play.
3.Hindi health-poster exhibition.
4.Health vocabulary activity in Hindi.
5.Student presentation on language and compassionate healthcare.
6.Cultural programme celebrating India’s linguistic diversity.
7.Health-education messages translated into Hindi and regional languages.
8.Language-and-health communication workshop.
𝐕𝐎𝐋𝐔𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐄𝐑 𝐀𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐄𝐒
𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐔𝐀𝐆𝐄 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐌𝐔𝐍𝐈𝐓𝐘 𝐄𝐍𝐆𝐀𝐆𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓
1.Organise Hindi language-awareness programmes.
2.Conduct reading activities for children.
3.Support basic Hindi-learning activities where appropriate.
4.Organise multilingual reading campaigns.
5.Conduct Hindi storytelling sessions.
6.Encourage exchange of words and expressions among Indian languages.
7.Organise community cultural programmes.
8.Promote respect for India’s linguistic diversity.
9.Conduct “Learn One New Word” language activities.
10.Encourage young people to explore Indian literature.
𝐘𝐎𝐔𝐓𝐇 𝐄𝐍𝐆𝐀𝐆𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓
1.Youth Language Ambassador Programme.
2.“Learn One New Hindi Word Every Day” campaign.
3.“Each One Teach One” language activity.
4.Youth-led Hindi literary programme.
5.Multilingual cultural exchange programme.
6.Digital Hindi-language awareness campaign.
7.Youth storytelling and poetry programme.
8.“My Language, My Culture” campaign.
𝐒𝐏𝐄𝐂𝐈𝐀𝐋 𝐌𝐄𝐆𝐀 𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐒
1.Hindi Diwas Mega Celebration.
2.Inter-School Hindi Literary Festival.
3.“Hindi Through Literature” Exhibition.
4.Hindi Poetry and Storytelling Festival.
5.“One India – Many Languages” Cultural Festival.
6.Youth Hindi Literary Summit.
7.Multilingual India Awareness Programme.
8.Hindi Book and Literature Exhibition.
9.Hindi Debate and Quiz Festival.
10.Student Translation Festival.
11.Community Hindi Reading Campaign.
12.Hindi Theatre and Cultural Evening.
13.Indian Languages Heritage Exhibition.
14.Youth Language and Literature Forum.
𝐒𝐃𝐆 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐍𝐄𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍
𝐒𝐃𝐆 𝟒 – 𝐐𝐔𝐀𝐋𝐈𝐓𝐘 𝐄𝐃𝐔𝐂𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍
Language learning develops communication, literacy, creativity and lifelong learning. Respect for linguistic diversity also contributes to inclusive learning environments.
𝐒𝐃𝐆 𝟓 – 𝐆𝐄𝐍𝐃𝐄𝐑 𝐄𝐐𝐔𝐀𝐋𝐈𝐓𝐘
Inclusive language education can provide equal opportunities for girls and boys to participate, communicate and express themselves.
𝐒𝐃𝐆 𝟏𝟎 – 𝐑𝐄𝐃𝐔𝐂𝐄𝐃 𝐈𝐍𝐄𝐐𝐔𝐀𝐋𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐄𝐒
Respect for different languages and cultures promotes inclusion and can reduce barriers to participation and learning.
𝐒𝐃𝐆 𝟏𝟔 – 𝐏𝐄𝐀𝐂𝐄, 𝐉𝐔𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐄 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐎𝐍𝐆 𝐈𝐍𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐓𝐔𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒
Language and cultural understanding can strengthen dialogue, mutual respect, social harmony and responsible citizenship.
𝐎𝐔𝐓𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐄𝐒
1.Increases students’ interest in Hindi language and literature.
2.Develops communication and creative-expression skills.
3.Encourages reading and literary appreciation.
4.Promotes respect for India’s linguistic diversity.
5.Strengthens cultural understanding among students.
6.Encourages multilingual learning.
7.Develops confidence in public speaking and creative expression.
8.Promotes appreciation of Indian literature and culture.
9.Encourages youth participation in language and community activities.
10.Strengthens the connection between language, education and sustainable development.
𝐇𝐈𝐍𝐃𝐈 𝐃𝐈𝐖𝐀𝐒 𝐏𝐋𝐄𝐃𝐆𝐄
“I pledge to respect Hindi and all Indian languages, appreciate India’s rich linguistic and literary heritage, learn with an open mind, communicate respectfully, and promote harmony and understanding among people through language, literature and culture.”
𝐌𝐄𝐒𝐒𝐀𝐆𝐄 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐒𝐓𝐔𝐃𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐒
“Language is more than a means of communication; it carries the thoughts, stories, memories and culture of a people. Let us learn Hindi with interest, respect every Indian language, and celebrate the beautiful linguistic diversity of our nation.”
𝗡 𝗢 𝗧 𝗘
𝐓𝐨 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐔𝐍 𝐕𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐬–𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐚 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬:
1.Conduct Hindi Diwas activities in your institution.
2.Take clear photographs and short videos of each activity.
3.Prepare a brief event summary highlighting the objectives, activities, participation and outcomes.
4.Send the photographs, videos and event summary via WhatsApp to 𝟵𝟵𝟰𝟰𝟯𝟭𝟯𝟵𝟱𝟯 (WA).
5.As per the programme’s recognition process, eligible institutions may be acknowledged for their participation and contribution towards SDG-focused youth engagement, education, cultural understanding and community activities. Selected/eligible institutions and participants may receive appropriate appreciation or participation recognition according to the programme guidelines.