by Arun Pathak
Bokaro: Writers and poets celebrated Indian culture, patriotism, human values, and social issues at the monthly literary gathering of Sahityalok, held on Saturday evening at the residence of senior litterateur Buddhinath Jha in Chira Chas.
The programme, presided over by Hari Mohan Jha and conducted by convener Aman Kumar Jha, began with a Shanti Path by Aradhya Jha and Himanshu Shekhar Jha. Arun Pathak captivated the audience with the Maithili patriotic song Bharat Deshak Pran Tiranga, written by Hitnath Jha and included in NCERT textbooks.
Senior poet Buddhinath Jha recited a poem highlighting Sahityalok’s 34-year journey and presented excerpts from his Maithili work Om Mahabharat, earning wide appreciation. In his presidential address, Hari Mohan Jha praised Sahityalok’s role in promoting literary activities in Bokaro and expressed confidence that the organisation would continue enriching the region’s literary culture.
The vote of thanks was delivered by senior advocate Vishwanath Jha. Among those present were Rajendra Kumar, president of Mithila Academy Public School, senior theatre artist Shambhu Jha, and several literature lovers.
