Preserving Sindhi Language and Culture Strengthens the Nation: Assembly Speaker

Jaipur, January 2026: A one-day national seminar on “Contribution of the Sindhi Community to India’s Development,” along with an awards ceremony, was held on Tuesday at Maharshi Dayanand Saraswati University (MDSU), Ajmer, in the Swaraj Auditorium. The event was organized jointly by the Sindhu Research Center of MDSU and the National Council for the Development of the Sindhi Language, New Delhi.

The chief guest, Shri Vasudev Devanani, said that the Sindhi community is a proud and vital part of India’s multicultural spirit, with roots tracing back to the ancient Indus Valley Civilization. He emphasized the importance of familiarizing the new generation with Sindhi language, culture, attire, folk songs, and traditions. He recalled the immense suffering and displacement the community endured during the 1947 Partition and praised their resilience in preserving language, culture, and dignity while starting a new life in India.

Shri Devanani highlighted that from the freedom struggle to independent India, the Sindhi community has exemplified sacrifice, leadership, and patriotism. Sindhi language, folk culture, and timeless values enrich India’s cultural diversity.

He added that India is a land of values, and the Sindhi community has enhanced the nation’s pride by carrying forward its language and culture. Shri Devanani also noted that Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi observes August 14 as Partition Horrors Day to honor those affected by Partition. He acknowledged the role of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee in including the Sindhi language in the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution on April 10, 1967.

Prof. Suresh Kumar Agrawal, Vice-Chancellor of the university and chair of the event, stated that in the past four months, the university has seen remarkable growth in social and digital visibility, reflecting society’s expectations and responses clearly.

Winners of the essay competition organized by the Sindhu Research Center were also felicitated during the program.