IAS Dr Rashmi Singh Highlights Language And Culture As Pillars Of New India At Urdu Conclave

The Bharat Express Urdu Conclave, held under the banner of Bazm-e-Sahafat at the India Islamic Culture Centre, placed strong emphasis on giving Urdu a global platform and reaffirming its cultural significance.

The event brought together prominent figures, including Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, Union Minister Ramdas Athawale, Bharat Express CMD Upendrra Rai, and IAS officer Dr Rashmi Singh, who served as a special guest.

The conclave, themed ‘New India in Dialogue with Urdu’, drew attention to Urdu’s literary richness and its role in India’s cultural narrative.

Rekha Gupta, Kapil Mishra and senior representatives of Bharat Express highlighted the need to preserve linguistic traditions while encouraging their evolution in the modern world.

CMD Upendrra Rai underscored the platform’s commitment to elevating Urdu on both national and international stages, reiterating the language’s place in India’s shared heritage.

Language, Culture and Literature Define India’s Identity: IAS Rashmi Singh

Addressing the audience on Constitution Day, IAS Dr Rashmi Singh stressed that the essence of a progressive India lies not solely in infrastructural development but in the depth of its language, culture and literature.

She noted that as India advances in technology, education, start-ups and space science, the nation’s cultural roots remain anchored in its linguistic diversity.

“A country’s true identity is shaped by its language, culture and literature,” she said, urging citizens to take pride in India’s linguistic heritage, including Urdu.

Dr Singh described Urdu as a language that symbolises respect, love and harmony, one that builds bridges rather than walls. She emphasised its role in strengthening India’s social fabric by promoting inclusivity and shared values.

Highlighting the opportunities emerging in the digital age, Dr Singh said that contemporary media ecosystems allow Indian languages to reach global audiences more efficiently than ever before. She encouraged young journalists and content creators to use technology to amplify the beauty and relevance of Urdu in modern storytelling.

The conclave concluded with an affirmation that strengthening Urdu and other Indian languages is not just a cultural responsibility but a national priority as India shapes its global identity.

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