Ganderbal, Feb. 22 -- Nusrat Iqbal

The Department of Kashmiri at Government Degree College (GDC) Ganderbal organized a one-day seminar to mark International Mother Language Day, emphasizing the vital role of mother tongues in shaping culture, identity, and academic success.

The event commenced with a soulful recitation of verses from the Holy Quran by Dr Ghulam Mustafa, followed by a heartfelt translation by Dr. Ashiq Hussain. A student, Aqib Majeed, then recited a Naat, adding a spiritual touch to the occasion.

In her inaugural address, Principal Prof. Fouzia Fatimah warmly welcomed the audience and highlighted the crucial role of mother languages in preserving cultural identity. She stressed that language preservation is not just a l...