Report on Hindi Diwas Celebration – Debate Competition and Hindi Kavita

Published on: September 14, 2024

On the occasion of Hindi Diwas, the Himalayan School of Science and Technology (HSST) organized a special event to celebrate the significance of the Hindi language. The event featured two key activities: a Debate Competition on the theme “हिन्दीपारंपरिक ज्ञान और कृत्रिम बुद्धिमत्ता के बीच सेतु” (Hindi: A Bridge between Traditional Knowledge and Artificial Intelligence) and a Hindi Kavita (Poetry Recitation). The aim was to promote the use of Hindi in both academic and creative platforms, emphasizing its role in modern technological advancements while retaining its cultural heritage.

The primary objective of the Hindi Diwas celebration was to foster an appreciation of Hindi as a dynamic language that connects traditional wisdom with emerging fields such as artificial intelligence. Through the debate and poetry competition, students were encouraged to explore the versatility of Hindi, discuss its relevance in the digital age, and showcase their creative talents in expressing their thoughts through poetry. As our honorable Principal Dr. Pramod Kumar sir always said, “Language is not just a medium of communication, but a reflection of our identity and heritage. Hindi, as one of the richest languages in the world, has the power to bridge our traditional knowledge with modern advancements, particularly in fields like artificial intelligence. Beyond academics, activities like debates and poetry help in building confidence, enhancing critical thinking, and fostering creativity always helpful in enhancing the overall personality of the student.”

The event witnessed the participation of 44 students who eloquently expressed their views and creativity. The Hindi Diwas celebration successfully promoted the use of Hindi in academic and creative expressions while celebrating its cultural and linguistic heritage.

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International Endowed Chair Professor

Prof Rakesh Kumar

Prof Rakesh Kumar is the Founder and President of the Breast Cancer in Young Women Foundation (USA), dedicated to vaddressing the distinct issues affecting young women with breast cancer. He also serves as the International Endowed Chair Professor at the Cancer Research Institute of the Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences. Additionally, he holds adjunct professorships at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and Virginia Commonwealth University.

Dr Kumar earned his Ph.D. from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences in 1984 and began his research career at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in January 1986. From 1988 to 2017, he held various academic and leadership positions —including faculty member, tenured professor, distinguished professor, endowed chair, department chair, and research leader—at esteemed institutions such as Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York and the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. From 2017 to 2022, he served as the National Chair for Cancer Research for the Government of India and as a distinguished professor, continuing his innovative work in breast cancer research.

With nearly 40 years of research and professional experience, Dr. Kumar has made conceptual contributions to the field of cancer research (h-index 108, citations >50,000). He has authored over 325 peer-reviewed publications, edited or co-edited nine books, and delivered 290 invited lectures worldwide. His work has been featured on the covers of 18 major cancer journals and has been highlighted in institutional research reports of the MD Anderson Cancer Center.

A passionate educator and mentor, Dr. Kumar has guided 67 trainees throughout his career. He serves on the editorial boards of multiple leading cancer journals and has served on the editorial boards of 21 top cancer journals. His global reputation is further demonstrated by his participation in about 100 peer-review panels for cancer research funding in the US and internationally over the past 28 years.

Dr. Kumar's innovative research has earned him numerous prestigious honors, including the Hinkle Society Faculty Award at Penn State University (1994), the Dalla/Fort Worth Living Legend Faculty Achievement Award in Basic Sciences (2004), the Ranbaxy Research Award (2006), and the Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Association of Indian Scientists in Cancer Research (2013), among others. Dr. Kumar's pioneering research continues to have a profound influence on the fields of oncology and breast cancer, opening up new opportunities for biomedical scientists and trainees worldwide.