THANNAMANDI, Nov 6: Department of Urdu, Government Degree College Thannamandi organised an extension lecture on “Peace Journalism” as part of Internship in Urdu Journalism under the supervision of the Principal, Prof. (Dr.) Shamim Ahmed Azad here today.
The programme commenced with a welcome address by Dr. Mohd Ashrif, who welcomed the resource person, Dr. Ashaq Malik, Head, IQAC Coordinator and Department of Botany, and highlighted the relevance of peace journalism in the present-day society.
In his lecture, Dr. Ashaq Malik elaborated on the role of responsible journalism in promoting peace, social harmony, mutual understanding and national integration. He emphasised the importance of ethical reporting, factual accuracy, balanced news coverage and the responsibility of media in addressing conflicts through constructive dialogue rather than sensationalism. He also encouraged students to develop a critical understanding of media content and recognise the importance of responsible communication in society.
The programme witnessed the participation of a large number of students and faculty members, who attended the lecture with great interest and enthusiasm. The interactive session provided an opportunity for students to broaden their understanding of the role of journalism in promoting peaceful coexistence and social responsibility.
The programme concluded with a formal vote of thanks delivered by Prof. Yasmine Koser, who expressed sincere gratitude to the Principal for his constant encouragement and support, the resource person for his valuable insights, and the faculty members and students for their active participation.
The extension lecture proved to be an informative and meaningful academic activity, reinforcing the importance of peace, responsibility and constructive dialogue in society.