KU to host `Media and Publishing Conference’ on September 26

Srinagar:  Publications Division, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, is organizing the `Media & Publishing Conference’ in association with the Public Relations Center, the University of Kashmir, in Srinagar on September 26.

Prof Nilofer Khan, Vice Chancellor, University of Kashmir will be the Chief Guest. Eminent speakers expected to address the event include administrators, linguists, academicians, and domain experts.

The conference will include a session on the development roadmap of the region dwelling upon the growth story in various sectors and domains, Outreach Initiatives by the Ministry of I&B, and Media Landscape for Youth: Opportunities & Challenges; a panel discussion on Linguistics and Publishing Scenario in the region with a focus on the heritage and richness of the languages in the area, noted literary work done, publishing scenario, challenges, and opportunities ahead; and, a talk on the Craft of Writing of English language and academic publications.

Also, on the sidelines of the event, in association with CBC, J&K, and Public Relations Centre, the University of Kashmir, a Book Exhibition of selected works of the Publications Division will be organized where books in various languages will be on sale at highly-discounted rates at Gandhi Bhawan on 25-26 September.

About Publications Division

Publications Division is a repository of books and journals of the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting highlighting subjects of national importance and India’s rich cultural heritage. Established in 1941, Publications Division has emerged as a premier publishing house of the Government of India, enriching the national knowledge repository in distinctive streams by showcasing India’s heritage with quality publications in various languages on land and people, history of the freedom movement, art and culture, flora and fauna, Gandhian literature, Spirituality and Mysticism, biographies of the builders of modern India, speeches of Presidents and Prime Ministers, books on contemporary science, economy, history and other subjects with an underlying focus on Indian society and readership; and Children’s Literature.

Besides books, the Publications Division also publishes 18 monthly journals, which include Yojana, Kurukshetra (English and Hindi), Bal Bharti (Hindi) and Aajkal (Hindi and Urdu), and an employment weekly Rozgar Samachar (Hindi, Urdu)/Employment News (English). These journals have a large readership and enjoy high credibility among the public. These journals reflect the initiatives of the Government and the country’s progress in different areas covering a wide range of subjects such as economic development, rural reconstruction, community development, literature, culture, children’s literature, and information on employment and career opportunities