Hindi Language was declared as a National Language by
the Indian constitution on September 14, 1949. Hindi Diwas is observed to
commemorate the day. Orchids-The International School had a special morning
assembly on September 14. The importance
of Hindi language was emphasized in students’ speeches. Language and culture go
hand in hand. To retain our cultural identity, we should make united efforts
for the progress and promotion of the ‘link language’
Hindi, so that unity of the country can be strengthened.
The students took part in the celebration with great
fervour. ‘Saraswati Vandana’, a programme of girls dancing to a Hindi song,
invoking the blessings of the Goddess Saraswati, sung by the school choir
formed a major attraction. The junior wing also participated in the
celebration. The Hindi patriotic song of the students of class V transmitted a
feeling of pride in everyone. The short skit presented by class VIII explained
why Hindi Diwas is observed and the significance of the day. A PowerPoint
presentation prepared by the Head of the Hindi Department, Mrs. Kamala Srinivas
was shown. Hindi has a history behind; it belongs to
Indo–Aryan branch of Indo European language family and the language has
travelled a long distance to make its presence felt in the world.
Principal, Mrs. Mona Mehdi addressed in Hindi and the speech
was followed by the National Anthem bringing the special assembly to a close.
