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There are moments when the solitary act of writing transcends the page and enters the grand halls of history. Yesterday was one such defining moment.
I had the distinct honor of being invited to the Pradhanmantri Sangrahalaya (Prime Ministers' Museum and Library) for the Felicitation Ceremony of the Atal Poetry Recitation Competition. Standing in a venue dedicated to the leaders who shaped independent India, I realized that Harsh Nath Jha—the poet—was no longer just an observer, but a participant in a cultural dialogue.
Witnessing the intersection of history and modern architecture.
The Resonance of Atal Ji’s Verse
It is one thing to write about struggle and triumph in my own works, such as 'Wo Mere Sam Insan Hue', but it is entirely another to channel the voice of a statesman like Atal Bihari Vajpayee.
I had the privilege of reciting Atal Ji’s iconic poetry in the presence of Shri Ashwani Lohani Ji (former Chairman, Railway Board & Air India) and other senior dignitaries. As I spoke the lines "Yeh parampara ka pravah hai...", the experience was electric.
Certificate of Excellence received from PMML, New Delhi.
"To command the attention of leaders who have steered national infrastructure requires not just words, but conviction."
This achievement echoes my journey, from the release of 'Tum Mera Pehla Prayas Ho' to exploring complex meters in Sanyuktakshar.
The calm before the recitation at the Admin Block.
Walking Through History
Following the recitation, we toured the Pradhanmantri Sangrahalaya. The museum is a masterclass in storytelling—weaving together the diverse threads of India’s democratic journey.
Much like the themes of wisdom I explore in my Maithili works (Vidya Tisar Nayan Chhathi), the museum highlights how vision and education shape a nation.
A fitting reward: "Vajpayee: The Years That Changed India".
Official souvenir from the Ministry of Culture.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What poem did Harsh Nath Jha recite at the PM Museum?
Harsh Nath Jha recited Atal Bihari Vajpayee's iconic poem 'Yeh Parampra Ka Pravah Hai' during the ceremony, honoring the late Prime Minister's legacy.
Who is Ashwani Lohani?
Shri Ashwani Lohani is a distinguished bureaucrat, known as the "Turnaround Man," formerly Chairman of the Railway Board and Air India.
Where can I read Harsh Nath Jha's poems?
You can read his works on Sahityashala.in, covering Hindi, English, and Maithili literature.
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