Srinagar, Sept 23: As an outreach and capacity-building initiative in the region, Publications Division (DPD), Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, Government of India is organising a Media & Publishing Conference in Srinagar in association with the Public Relations Centre, University of Kashmir on September 26, 2022.
Prof Nilofer Khan, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, University of Kashmir will be the Chief Guest. Eminent speakers expected to address the event include administrators, linguists, academicians, and domain experts.
The Conference will be held at Gandhi Bhawan and will start at 10 AM.
This will include a session on the development roadmap of the region dwelling upon the growth story in various sectors and domains, Outreach Initiatives by the Ministry of I&B, and Media Landscape for Youth: Opportunities & Challenges; a panel discussion on Linguistics and Publishing Scenario in the region with a focus on the heritage and richness of the languages in the region, noted literary work done, publishing scenario, challenges, and opportunities ahead; and, a talk on the Craft of Writing of English language and academic publications.
Also, on the sidelines of the event, in association with CBC, J&K, and Public Relations Centre, University of Kashmir, a Book Exhibition of selected works of the Publications Division will be organised where books in various languages will be on sale at highly-discounted rates at Gandhi Bhawan on 25-26 September.
