H.P.T. Arts & R.Y.K. Science College, Nashik has a rich legacy of a 100 years. The institution has established itself as the epicentre for fostering culture, language and literature. The college used to have 12 language departments in the early years including Sanskrit, Arabic, and Farsi. Renowned Marathi writer and Dynanapeeth Awardee V. V. Shirwadkar alias Kusumagraj was our prestigious alumni. Prof. Vasant Kanetkar, a significant writer in the Modern Marathi Drama arena was working here. Marathi and English scholars-critics like R. B. Patankar, Madhav Manohar and W. L. Kulkarni were our past students. The college is having four depts of languages, including Sanskrit, which is only Sanskrit dept. in the entire Nashik district. The college has 4500 manuscripts preserved over the years. Along with the college has contributed in many cultural and national events including the freedom struggle, Maharashtra Mukti Movement and Kalaram Temple Satyagraha Movement. Nashik is a religious and cultural place since ancient times, well-known across the world for Sinhastha Kumbhmela.
On this backdrop, this activity is introduced. It is necessary to keep new generation technologically updated but they should also be aware about their rich cultural past. With this thought in mind, the College has initiated more conscious efforts to introduce students to our cultural heritage by organising events related to Bharatiya Darshan (Philosophy), Bhartiya Knowledge System, History of Bharat, Bharatiya Literature and Shastra, Bharatiya Festivals along with the celebration of local and indigenous culture.
Objectives
- To educate students about the meaning, significance and relevance of Bhartiya traditions, customs, and knowledge systems, and to encourage them to explore and learn from these rich cultural resources.
- To showcase and celebrate the diverse cultural traditions and practices of India, and to promote cross-cultural understanding and appreciation among students from different backgrounds.
- To inculcate in students a strong value system based on Indian traditions and culture, and to help them develop into responsible, empathetic, and socially conscious individuals.
- To explore ways to integrate traditional Indian knowledge systems and values blended with modern education, and to promote a holistic approach to learning that combines intellectual, emotional, and spiritual growth.
- To instil in students a deep understanding and appreciation of India’s rich cultural heritage, traditions, and values, and to foster a sense of national identity and pride among them.
Expert Lectures/Webinars/Workshops
Cultural Events, Recipe Competitions promoting Bhartiya Culture
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Celebration of Festivals, Days, Publications and Book Exhibitions
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