Language Dept to honor Dr. Manjit Kaur Azad with prestigious award for cultural critique
HARISH MONGA
Ferozepur, October 15, 2024 : Ferozepur takes pride as the Department of Languages, Punjab, announced the prestigious Prestigious Award of Criticism for 2022 to Dr. Manjit Kaur Azad for her insightful book, “World Culture vs. Local Culture”. This recognition, under the Dr. Atar Singh Award, celebrates Dr. Azad’s work in analyzing the impact of globalization on local cultures, highlighting both the challenges and dilemmas they face.
In her book, Dr. Azad examines the construction of a new global culture and how it influences human life, presenting a unique perspective within Punjabi literature. She has previously published two poetry collections and two critical works, further cementing her role as a significant voice in cultural critique.
Members of Kalapeeth, including President Prof. Jaspal Ghai and General Secretary Sukhjinder, joined several other professors and supporters to congratulate Dr. Azad on her achievement, and they expressed gratitude to the Language Department for honouring her work.