‘Sahit Kala Manch, Regina (Canada)’ celebrated International Mother Language Day on February 21, 2026, at the Gurdwara Sikh Society. The event was organized under the leadership of prominent writer Bikramjit Noor and Kashmir Singh.
During the brief yet impactful program, Bikramjit Noor shared details about the forum’s previous activities and delivered an in-depth discussion on the importance of the Punjabi mother tongue. Dr. Kashmir Singh shed light on the historical background and global significance of International Mother Language Day with factual insights.
Speakers including Jasbir Singh ‘Rait’, author Balraj Dhariwal, and Hardev Aulakh also expressed their views, emphasizing the need to preserve and promote Punjabi language and culture among the diaspora.
Several dignitaries and community members, including Harjinder Kaur, Amrik Singh, Gurpreet Singh Mann, Sukhdev Singh Brar, Singara Singh Sidhu, Baldev Singh, Amanpreet Singh, Kuldeep Singh Mohi, J. Ash Mann, Dalwara Singh Bhatti, and Ujagar Singh (Delhi), were present on the occasion.
At the conclusion of the program, Dr. Kashmir Singh shared information about the future initiatives of Sahit Kala Manch, while Bikramjit Noor thanked all attendees for their participation. The event concluded on a memorable note, reinforcing the commitment to preserving Punjabi as a vibrant mother language in Canada.
