S. N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences
Under Department of Science and Technology, Govt. of India
Report on Hindi Fortnight 2026
During September 2026, various programmes and competitions were organised at S. N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences, Kolkata, under Hindi Fortnight 2026, with the objective of promoting the official language Hindi, encouraging writing and expression in Hindi, and enhancing the use of Hindi in official work.
1. Hindi Diwas and Inauguration of Hindi Fortnight â 14 September 2026
On the occasion of Hindi Diwas, Hindi Fortnight 2026 was inaugurated by displaying the âWord of the Dayâ (AajKaShabd) on the notice board. This initiative aimed to familiarise employees with Hindi vocabulary and create awareness about the use of Hindi in day-to-day official work.
Thereafter, the main function was organised to celebrate Hindi Diwas. The programme commenced with the lighting of the ceremonial lamp, followed by the presentation of the National Song. The Director of the Centre delivered the welcome address. The invited speakers, Shri Lakhan Kumar Singh, Assistant Director, Hindi Teaching Scheme, Department of Official Language, Ministry of Home Affairs, Nizam Palace, Kolkata, and Dr. Geeta Dubey, Associate Professor, Department of Hindi, Scottish Church College, Kolkata, shared their views on the importance of the Hindi language and its role as the Official Language. The Registrar of the Centre also addressed the gathering. This was followed by a Hindi song, and the programme concluded with the National Anthem.
2. Hindi Essay Writing Competition â 16 September 2026
As part of Hindi Fortnight 2026, a Hindi Essay Writing Competition was organised on the topic âRole of Science and Technology in Building a Developed India.â The competition provided participants with an opportunity to express their views in Hindi on scientific and contemporary issues.
Winners and Prize Money
| Sl. No. | Participant | Prize | Prize Money |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mahesh Singh Yadav | First Prize | â¹6,000/- |
| 2 | Kankana Barua | Second Prize | â¹5,000/- |
| 3 |
Nicky Didwania Ankit Kumar Shah |
Third Prize (Jointly) | â¹2,000/- each |
3. Training Programme â 16 September 2026
As part of Hindi Fortnight 2026, a training programme on the topic âNew Horizons in Hindi Typing: Use of AI Toolsâ was organised. The training was conducted by Ms. Tanya Chaturvedi, Hindi Assistant, S. N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences. A total of 27 employees participated in the programme. During the training, participants were introduced to modern methods of Hindi typing and preparation of official documents in Hindi using Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based tools. The objective of the programme was to familiarise employees with the digital use of Hindi through modern technological tools.
4. Hindi Workshop â 17 September 2026
A Hindi workshop on the topic âNew Forms of Language and the Official Languageâ was organised with the objective of promoting the effective implementation of Official Language Hindi and encouraging its use in official work. During the workshop, Shri Rishikesh Rai, Deputy Director, Tea Board of India, Kolkata, provided information and guidance on various aspects of the practical use of the Official Language. A total of 47 employees participated in the workshop and received guidance on the practical application of the Official Language.
5. Hindi Quiz Competition and Prize Distribution â 30 September 2026
As part of Hindi Fortnight 2026, a Hindi Quiz Competition and Prize Distribution Ceremony was organised. Administrative staff members and students participated enthusiastically in the competition. The quiz comprised questions on the Official Language, Hindi literature, technical terminology, art and culture, general knowledge, history, geography and current affairs.
Winners of the Hindi Quiz Competition and Prize Money
| Prize | Team and Members | Prize Money |
|---|---|---|
| First Prize | Team 1 â Ms. Mitali Bose, Ms. Sakshi Chaudhary, Mr. AmitavaPalit and Mr. Subhradeep Chakraborty | â¹1,500/- per member à 4 = â¹6,000/- |
| Second Prize | Team 9 â Mr. Sudip Chakraborty, Mr. Ramesh Pramanik, Mr. Tarit Das and Mr. Shaktinath Das | â¹1,250/- per member à 4 = â¹5,000/- |
| Third Prize | Team 3 â Ms. SanchariDasgupta, Mr. Banik Rai, Ms. Debarati Dutta and Mr. Sudhanshu Chakraborty | â¹1,000/- per member à 4 = â¹4,000/- |
The competition aimed to enhance participantsâ interest in and awareness of Hindi and familiarise them with its various dimensions. Prizes were distributed among the winning teams at the conclusion of the competition.
During September 2026, various programmes organised under Hindi Fortnight 2026 encouraged the employees and students of the Centre to engage in writing and expression in Hindi, digital activities and the practical use of the Official Language. The Hindi Diwascelebration, essay writing competition, AI-based Hindi typing training programme, Hindi workshop and quiz competition helped promote awareness and participation in Hindi. Through these activities, efforts were made to encourage the practical, technological and official use of Hindi and to foster a positive and participative environment for the implementation of Official Language Hindi at the Centre.