Indians in Uganda urged to promote Hindi language, culture
Indian High Commissioner, Mr Upender Sigh Rawat (R), and Mr Ram Gulshan (in while and blue) award a certificate to one of the best students in Hindi language in Kampala on Wednesday with other Indian officials. Photo | Jessica Sabano
What you need to know:
- Indian High Commissioner to Uganda Mr Upender Singh Rawat noted that Hindi was declared India's national language in 1949.
Indians living in Uganda have been encouraged to connect with their cultural roots by promoting the Hindi language among their children.
During a recent debate organised by the Indian High Commission, North Indian Cultural Association, and DPS schools in Kampala, leaders emphasised the importance of preserving Hindi as a cultural symbol.
Mr Ram Gulshan, chairperson of the North Indian Cultural Association, said, "We want to promote this language to have morality, moral values and culture in our society."
He highlighted Hindi's unique phonetic nature, where "the way you speak is the way you write." Hindi represents peace and love, he said.
Vijay Sharma, vice chairperson of the North Indian Cultural Association, added, "Preserving culture is giving value to your language. We sincerely wish that Hindi should take place as a medium to easily communicate, do trade, mix with culture, and keep the connection with our country."
Indian High Commissioner to Uganda Mr Upender Singh Rawat noted that Hindi was declared India's national language in 1949.
"Last month, we completed 75 years of Hindi being our national language. This language connects grandparents to their grandchildren, and therefore, it doesn't discriminate," he noted.
Three international schools - Delhi Public School, Aghakan Primary School, and Sahayoned Swaminarayan Primary School - participated in the debate, showcasing their commitment to promoting Hindi language and culture.
By embracing Hindi, Indians in Uganda can strengthen their cultural heritage and connections with their homeland.
