Arti Renuka Mani, a Hindi teacher at Swami Vivekananda College (SVC), achieved first place in the National Hindi Essay Writing Competition 2024. This event, organized by the Fiji Hindu Society in partnership with the High Commission of India, was held to celebrate Hindi Diwas and promote appreciation for Hindi language and culture.
The competition attracted participants from across Fiji, competing in three categories: Primary School, Secondary School, and Open Category for individuals aged 18 and above.
Ms. Mani, a devoted supporter of the Hindi language, expressed her pride in winning, stating, “Hindi is our identity, and we should never forget our mother language as it is crucial.” She received a cash prize of $200, along with Hindi cultural books and a USB drive.
In addition, 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. Geeta Krishna, the vice principal of SVC, commended the winners, highlighting the school’s pride in their successes and its ongoing efforts to encourage the use of Hindi across generations.