Jalandhar November 10 (Jaswinder Singh Azad)- The Amrita Pritam Sahitya Sabha of Department of Punjabi of PCM S.D. College for Women, Jalandhar, under the aegis of IQAC, organised an insightful Discussion on the topic ‘Representation of the Female Psyche in Punjabi Folk Songs’.
Mrs. Anu Bala, Head, Department of Music, graced the occasion as the keynote speaker. During the session, she familiarised the students with the fundamental differences between folk music and classical music. She also shed light on various forms of Punjabi folk songs, including Suhag, Ghorian and Mahia, highlighting their cultural significance and distinctive features. Through her insightful deliberations, she explored how these folk traditions serve as an expressive medium for women to articulate their innermost emotions, sentiments, aspirations and experiences. She further elaborated on how these songs capture the complexities of human relationships and offer a glimpse into the emotional world of women, making them an invaluable repository of Punjabi cultural heritage.
President Shri Naresh Budhia, Senior Vice President Shri Vinod Dada, other esteemed members of the Managing Committee, and Principal Dr. Pooja Prashar, appreciated Department of Punjabi for organising such intellectually enriching activities. They emphasised the importance of initiatives that deepen students’ understanding of Punjabi literature, folk traditions and cultural heritage.