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Career Guidance Workshop
Date : 31 Jan - 31 Jan

Organized by : Department of Punjabi

Location : Guru Arjan Dev Seminar Hall

Time Details : 12:30 PM

The Punjabi Sahit Sabha of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Khalsa College organized a Career Guidance Workshop on January 31, 2025, to provide students with insight into various career opportunities related to Punjabi language and literature. The session featured Mr. Prakash Singh Gill from Punjabi Helpline as the main speaker. He offered valuable guidance on how students can pursue prestigious careers, including IAS and IPS, through Punjabi as their medium of examination. He also highlighted opportunities in translation, multimedia, teaching, and research, encouraging students to qualify NET and B.Ed. to become lecturers and educators in the field.
The event was enriched by the presence of S. Rajinder Singh Virasat from the Punjabi Bhasha Prasar Committee, who inspired students to deepen their understanding of Sikh religion, Punjabi culture, and heritage. Renowned journalists S. Kuldeep Singh and S. Sukhraj Singh also addressed the gathering, sharing their experiences in Punjabi media and informing students about the evolving scope of journalism in the Punjabi language.

Using PowerPoint presentations, Mr. Gill showcased examples of well-known personalities who have achieved great success in various fields by embracing Punjabi as a professional medium. His presentation was both informative and motivating, leaving a lasting impact on the attendees.
The workshop concluded with encouraging words from Principal Prof. Gurmohinder Singh and Vice Principal Prof. Harbans Singh, who motivated the students to explore career paths rooted in the Punjabi language. They emphasized the richness and potential of Punjabi in shaping meaningful, respected careers and urged students to take pride in promoting and preserving their mother tongue.

Overall, the workshop was a significant initiative that empowered students with practical knowledge and inspired them to pursue careers through Punjabi, reinforcing the language’s relevance in today’s professional landscape.