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Pankaj Tripathi: Bihar's Soul Resides in Bhojpuri
28 Sep
Summary
- Actor Pankaj Tripathi highlighted Hindi's deep personal significance.
- He urged youth to connect with their roots and Bhojpuri identity.
- Tripathi questioned Bihar's negative image despite producing officers.
Actor Pankaj Tripathi recently spoke at a Hindi Fortnight event, emphasizing that Hindi is more than a language of livelihood; it's a core part of his identity and self-expression. He encouraged younger generations to stay connected to their roots and local identity, referencing his Bhojpuri heritage as an inseparable part of him.
Tripathi also highlighted the importance of the Devanagari script for emotional connection in cinema, noting his preference for scripts in this format. Addressing Bihar's image, he questioned its association with migrant labor when it produces numerous IAS and IPS officers, calling for a collective effort to alter this perception.
The event, part of a Hindi Fortnight observed until September 29, also featured discussions on simplifying Hindi while incorporating words from other languages. Library officials expressed a goal to foster closer ties between Hindi and Urdu readers.
