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| Ram Manohar Lohia’s Legacy Honored at the 9th Global Literary Festival Noida |
Noida: The 9th Global Literary Festival Noida witnessed a significant moment of homage to the indomitable scholar and eminent social leader, Ram Manohar Lohia. An unveiling ceremony of a dedicated poster was held to pay tribute to the remarkable contributions of this legendary figure.
Gathering an august audience and an array of distinguished dignitaries on the stage, the event showcased the reverence and respect for Ram Manohar Lohia, an iconic activist in the Indian independence movement and a prominent socialist political leader. During the final phase of British rule in India, he played a pivotal role in operating Congress Radio clandestinely from various locations in Bombay until 1942.
Ram Manohar Lohia was not only a charismatic leader but also a prolific writer, leaving behind a remarkable literary legacy. His literary works encompassed a broad spectrum of subjects, from the caste system to foreign policy, providing valuable insights into India’s socio-political landscape. Some of his notable books include “The Caste System,” “Foreign Policy,” “Fragments of World Mind,” “Fundamentals of a World Mind,” “Guilty Men of India’s Partition,” “India, China, and Northern Frontiers,” “Interval During Politics,” “Marx, Gandhi, and Socialism.”
During the event, the Sandeep Marwah Chair for Ram Manohar Lohia Forum encouraged individuals to emulate the principles and values embodied by Ram Manohar Lohia, aiming to instill positive change in society. Sushil Bharti narrated the life story of Lohia in short.
The stage featured esteemed speakers, including Dr. Rama Singh, a distinguished Author and Poet, Raghubir Sharma (Asst. Director, Rajbhasha Vibhag, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India), Dr. Ruchi Chawla Batra, a celebrated Author, Emile Mwepesi (Second Secretary at the High Commission of Rwanda), Alfredo Caldera (Cultural Counsellor at the Embassy of Venezuela), Aryan Singh (a distinguished Screenwriter and Director from Mumbai), and Dr. P K Rajput (Author), who collectively unveiled the commemorative poster.
The 9th Global Literary Festival Noida 2023 celebrated Ram Manohar Lohia’s enduring legacy, encouraging aspiring individuals to draw inspiration from his life and values, thereby fostering a society steeped in intellect, compassion, and progress.
