NEW DELHI — The Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs officially concluded its observance of Hindi Pakhwada (Hindi Fortnight), held from September 14 to September 30, 2026, culminating in a valedictory session and the release of its annual digital publication.
The closing ceremony featured directives from senior ministry leadership calling for the integration of simplified Hindi across day-to-day public administration, legislative drafting, and technical governance.
Key Highlights & Institutional Directives
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Fortnight Observance: Commencing on Hindi Diwas (September 14, 2026) following an official address by the Union Minister of Parliamentary Affairs and Minority Affairs, the ministry hosted capacity-building competitions encompassing Hindi typing, dictation, administrative noting and drafting, translation, quizzes, and literary writing.
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Administrative Mandate: Speaking at the closing ceremony, Additional Secretary Dr. Satya Prakash urged ministry staff to routinely execute official communications in Hindi beyond the designated fortnight.
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Governance Alignment: Secretary Shri Nikunj Bihari Dhal highlighted the Union Government’s policy framework to embed the official language into mainstream administration, modern technology, and science, advising the adoption of clear, accessible phrasing for enhanced operational efficacy.
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Publication & Awards: The Secretary formally launched the ministry’s official Hindi e-magazine, Sansadiya Sarita, hosted on the ministry’s web portal to showcase literary and professional contributions by staff, followed by the distribution of commendation awards to competition winners.
