New Delhi: Renowned poet and humorist Surender Sharma has been appointed as Vice President of the Hindi Academy, Delhi, marking his second term in the role. Sharma, who first served in this capacity in 2018, is celebrated for his impactful contributions to Hindi literature and humor.
The Hindi Academy, established by the Delhi Government in 1981, operates as an autonomous body under the Department of Arts, Culture, and Language. Its mission is to promote and enrich Hindi language, literature, and culture through various programs and events. The Academy plays a crucial role in the cultural landscape of Delhi, supporting and organizing numerous literary and cultural activities.
Surender Sharma, widely recognized for his contributions to Hindi poetry and humor, brings a wealth of experience to his role. His unique style, blending Haryanavi and Marwari dialects, has earned him acclaim and a broad following. Surender Sharma was honored with the Padma Shri by the Government of India in 2013 for his significant contributions to literature.
During his previous term, Sharma was instrumental in advancing the Academy’s initiatives, and his return is anticipated to continue this momentum.
Alongside Sharma’s appointment, the Hindi Academy has welcomed a new group of members. These include Arun Gemini, Kaumudi Sharma, Nityanand Tiwari, Sarla Mishra Saras, Vinay ‘Vishwas’, Dr. Amarnath ‘Amar’, Manisha Shukla, Bhagwan Das Morwal, Sudhakar Pathak, Prof. (Dr.) Smita Mishra, Vineet Pandey, Dr. Rahul Raj Aryan, Vijayshri Tanveer, Ashutosh Kumar, M. K. Gandhi, and Dr. Mahesh Kumar Chaudhary. The appointments of the new members and Surender Sharma as Vice Chairman are effective from July 31, 2024.
Sharma’s ongoing involvement with the Hindi Academy is expected to further enhance its role in promoting Hindi and supporting literary endeavors in the region.
