RONO HILLS, Oct 5: Rajiv Gandhi University’s Department of English hosted a Poetry Reading and Poetry Workshop on October 4 last.
The event was graced by Pro VC RGU A Mitra, Dean, Faculty of Language Studies HK Sharma, HoD, English KC Mishra and Lisa Lomdak of AITS. Poet Madhu Raghavendra who was the guest speaker read poetry from his recently released book of poems, ‘Stick No Bills’ which was awarded the Best Poetry Manuscript Award by Lit O Fest, Mumbai, containing a few poignant poems on Arunachal. Madhu also conducted a brief poetry workshop for students giving them tips on how to read, embrace and write poetry. The workshop also discussed the power of poetry in various facets of human life. He also emphasized on using poetry as a tool for documenting the cultures and history of the state.
The workshop provided opportunity for the students to imaginatively write short poems and present them instantly. Department Faculty comprising Doyir Ete, Miazi Hazam, Bompi Riba and Narayan collectively managed the event and inspired the students to actively showcase their talents on the podium.   RGU PR 

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