Over 50 students in Fiji’s Western Division were honored with the Hindi High Achievers Award at a ceremony in Lautoka on Saturday. This event was a collaborative effort between the High Commission of India and the Girmit Multicultural Centre, celebrating those who have excelled in their Hindi language studies.
Among the award recipients was Shreya Chand, a student from Nawai Secondary School, who expressed her gratitude for the opportunity to learn and appreciate her mother tongue. “I’m happy to be among other students receiving this prize today,” she stated. Chand emphasized the importance of Hindi education, encouraging other schools to embrace the language so that students can connect with their cultural heritage.
The event underscores a broader commitment to promoting Hindi, which parallels recent initiatives like the National Hindi Essay Writing Competition 2024, where Arti Renuka Mani, a teacher at Swami Vivekananda College, won first place. This competition aimed to foster appreciation for the Hindi language and involved participants from across Fiji, showcasing the growing enthusiasm for Hindi among students.
Shreya Chand’s sentiments reflect the positive cultural impact of learning Hindi, as she noted, “It encourages students to take Hindi so they can understand the language better.” The ongoing support from families, like Chand’s, also plays a vital role in this cultural education.
Shri Ishwar Singh Yadav, the second secretary of the High Commission of India, presided over the awards ceremony, further showcasing the collaboration between educational institutions and cultural organizations to celebrate and promote Hindi language and culture in Fiji. This dedication to preserving and promoting Hindi bodes well for future generations, encouraging a deeper connection to their roots.
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