वाचन संकल्प महाराष्ट्राचा (Vachan Sankalp Maharashtra)

वाचन संकल्प महाराष्ट्राचा (Vachan Sankalp Maharashtra)

Vachan Sankalp Maharashtra

“Reading opens the door to knowledge and growth.” With this belief, ‘Vachan Sankalp Maharashtra’ is an initiative to promote a strong reading culture across the state. The campaign aims to inspire students, teachers, and citizens to cultivate a habit of reading and open new pathways to learning and personal development.

Reading enhances critical thinking, creativity, and personality development. Through this initiative, various activities like reading sessions, book reviews, library visits, reading competitions, and discussions are being organized across schools, colleges, and libraries in Maharashtra.

Maharashtra has a rich literary heritage, and ‘Vachan Sankalp Maharashtra’ is committed to carrying this legacy forward. Let us come together and strengthen the culture of reading for a brighter future!

“Read More, Grow More!”

वाचन संकल्प महाराष्ट्राचा

“वाचन हे समृद्धीचे दार उघडते” या विश्वासावर आधारित ‘वाचन संकल्प महाराष्ट्राचा’ हा उपक्रम राज्यातील वाचन संस्कृतीला प्रोत्साहन देण्यासाठी सुरू करण्यात आला आहे. या अभियानाचा उद्देश विद्यार्थी, शिक्षक आणि समाजातील प्रत्येक घटकांना वाचनाची गोडी लावणे व नव्या ज्ञानाच्या दारात प्रवेश देणे आहे.

वाचन सवयीने व्यक्तिमत्त्व विकास, चिंतनशीलता आणि सर्जनशीलता याला चालना मिळते. या उपक्रमाद्वारे महाराष्ट्रातील शाळा, महाविद्यालये आणि ग्रंथालयांमध्ये विविध वाचन सत्रे, पुस्तक परिचय, ग्रंथदिंडी, वाचन स्पर्धा आणि चर्चासत्रांचे आयोजन केले जाते.

महाराष्ट्राला ग्रंथप्रेमींचा इतिहास लाभलेला आहे. ‘वाचन संकल्प महाराष्ट्राचा’ हा उपक्रम या वारशाला पुढे नेण्याचा संकल्प आहे. चला, एकत्र येऊ आणि वाचनसंस्कृतीला नवे बळ देऊ!

“वाचूया, समृद्ध होऊया!”

Report on Vachan Sankalp Maharashtracha

Organized by: Ramniranjan Jhunjhunwala College, Mumbai

Date: 1^st to 15^th January 2025

Venue: College Library and Campus Premises

Introduction

The Vachan Sankalp Maharashtracha (Reading Resolution Maharashtra) initiative was successfully conducted at Ramniranjan Jhunjhunwala College as part of the state-wide campaign to promote reading habits among students, faculty, and staff. The event aimed to instill a culture of reading, enhance literacy skills, and encourage lifelong learning.

Objectives of the Initiative

To encourage students and faculty to develop a regular reading habit.
To create awareness about the importance of books in academic and personal development.
To introduce participants to diverse literary works and resources available in the library.
To promote discussions on literature, knowledge-sharing, and critical thinking.

Event Highlights

Reading Pledge Ceremony: Students were encouraged to take a resolution on January 1st, the first day of the year, to start reading and develop regular reading habits.
Book Exhibition: A display of selected books, including classics, contemporary literature, reference materials, and Marathi literature.
Read-Aloud Sessions: Students were encouraged to read excerpts from notable books, poetry, and essays to inspire their peers.
Book Review Presentations: A total of 1,525 students borrowed books throughout the fortnight, and 256 submitted book reviews by January 24, 2025. Students from various streams read and submitted reviews on different genres and themes.
Library Awareness Drive and Visits: Teachers guided their students on library tours, during which sessions were conducted on effectively utilizing library resources, including e-books, journals, and digital databases.

Participation and Response

The initiative witnessed enthusiastic participation from students, faculty members, and library staff. Over 1600 individuals attended the library, engaging in meaningful literary discussions and activities. Feedback from attendees highlighted the positive impact of the event in motivating them to incorporate reading into their daily routines.

Conclusion

The Vachan Sankalp Maharashtracha initiative at Ramniranjan Jhunjhunwala College proved to be a successful endeavor in promoting the love for reading. The overwhelming response from students and teachers signifies that such initiatives are fostering a strong reading culture. The college library aims to continue organizing similar activities to sustain and enhance the reading habits of students and faculty members.