Report on the Observation of International Mother Language Day

An academic discussion session was organized at Golaghat Purbanchalik Mahavidyalaya on 21st February 2026 (Saturday) on the occasion of International Mother Language Day. The programme was conducted in the college premises under the initiative of the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC), in collaboration with the Department of Assamese and the Academic Cell.

The theme of the discussion session was “Crisis and Prospects of Mother Tongues in the Age of Globalization.” The objective of the programme was explained by Shri Pranjal Saikia, Coordinator of the Internal Quality Assurance Cell. The session was chaired and moderated by Dr. Malamani Goswami, Vice Principal of the college.
Several students actively participated in the session by presenting thought-provoking papers on the theme. The speakers highlighted the challenges faced by mother tongues in the era of globalization, including the dominance of global languages, cultural homogenization, and the gradual decline in the use of regional languages. At the same time, they also emphasized the possibilities of preservation and promotion of mother languages through education, digital platforms, policy support, and community initiatives.
Among the faculty members who delivered their valuable speeches were Assistant Professors Rinku Moni Gogoi, Bijit Saikia, Nilakshi Baruah, and Chandana Panging. Assistant Librarian Jagat Bora and Library Assistant Danda Gohain also shared their insightful views on the significance of preserving and promoting the mother tongue.

The programme concluded on a meaningful note with a renewed commitment to uphold linguistic diversity and promote the use of the mother tongue in academic and social spheres. The discussion session proved to be informative, engaging, and intellectually enriching for all present.