To promote the Punjabi language, especially among the youth, first-of-its-kind ‘International Mother Tongue Day’ will be celebrated on February 21 by the Punjab Kala Parishad (Arts Council).
Disclosing, Council chairman and renowned Punjabi poet Dr Surjit Patar on Monday said that these celebrations are part of a comprehensive strategy formulated under the visionary guidance of the state Cultural Affairs and Tourism Minister Navjot Singh Sidhu who is committed to the popularisation of Punjabi language and culture in every nook and corner of the globe making a beginning at the village level.
“No stone would be left unturned to promote the cause of Punjabi language so as to make sure that the youth of Punjab is connected to its roots and also leave a rich legacy for the future generations to feel extremely proud of,” he said.