Guwahati, April 28: The Ministry of Railways has announced the launch of the ‘Hindi Travel Narrative Award Scheme’ aimed at enhancing railway services and promoting the use of Hindi through the diverse experiences of the public and railway employees.
Kapinjala Kishore Sharma, Chief Public Relations Officer of the Northeast Frontier Railway, stated that the initiative aims not only to improve railway services but also to encourage creative expression in Hindi through real-life travel stories.
He emphasized that train journeys are an integral part of Indian citizens’ lives, with many people undertaking countless train trips throughout their lifetimes. These journeys often leave behind vibrant and memorable experiences.
Through this competition, participants will have the opportunity to weave their memorable travel experiences into words and win attractive prizes. According to the Chief Public Relations Officer, winners will receive cash prizes along with certificates.
The first prize is ₹10,000, the second prize is ₹8,000, and the third prize is ₹6,000. Additionally, five consolation prizes of ₹4,000 each will be awarded.
Entries must be original travel narratives written in Hindi. Each submission should be between 3,000 to 3,500 words. Manuscripts should be typed in double-spacing format with one-inch margins on all sides.
Participants are required to clearly indicate the total word count and ensure proper pagination across all pages. When submitting applications, participants must include a separate filled page with their name, designation, age, office or residential address, mother tongue, mobile number, email address, and the total word count of the story, all written in capital letters.
Sharma noted that government employees from central or state services wishing to participate must declare that there are no pending vigilance or disciplinary actions against them. Non-government applicants must declare that they have no pending criminal cases and are not serving any sentences.
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