Arti Renuka Mani, a Hindi teacher at Swami Vivekananda College (SVC), has achieved first place in the National Hindi Essay Writing Competition 2024. This competition was organized by the Fiji Hindu Society in collaboration with the High Commission of India in celebration of Hindi Diwas, aiming to promote the appreciation of the Hindi language and culture.
Participants from all over Fiji competed in three categories: Primary School, Secondary School, and an Open Category for individuals aged 18 and above. Mani, who is a passionate supporter of the Hindi language, expressed her pride in winning, emphasizing the importance of Hindi as a fundamental part of their identity and the need to cherish their mother tongue.
For her victory, she received a cash prize of $200, along with Hindi cultural books and a USB drive. Additionally, Shriya Mala, a Year 12 student from SVC, secured third place in the secondary school category, earning a $100 prize.
These accomplishments reflect SVC’s commitment to promoting and preserving the Hindi language among its students. SVC’s vice principal, Geeta Krishna, commended the winners, stating that the school community is proud of their achievements and consistently encourages the use and promotion of Hindi across generations.