Archive · 31 Jul 2025
Mumbai University to Launch Punjabi Department, Sikh Teachings Course
Mumbai University is adding a Punjabi department and a special course about the Sikh Gurus.
This is happening to honor the teachings and sacrifices of Sikh Gurus, especially Guru Tegh Bahadur.
The course, supported by the Guru Gobind Singh Chair, will teach about Sikh history and culture.
The new department will also promote the Punjabi language and script.
This is happening because the university wants to teach about sacrifice, and commitment to righteousness, reflecting inclusive values.
Mumbai University will launch a full Punjabi Department at its Kalina Campus.
An Open Elective Course on Sikh Gurus' teachings will be offered across disciplines.
The syllabus for the Sikh teachings course is prepared with the Guru Gobind Singh Chair.
The Punjabi Department will promote Gurmukhi script, language, and Sikh studies.
The Maharashtra State Punjabi Sahitya Academy and Sikh Coordination Committee support the initiatives.
- Who
- University of Mumbai, Maharashtra State Punjabi Sahitya Academy, Sikh Coordination Committee, Guru Gobind Singh Chair
- What
- Mumbai University will launch a full-fledged Punjabi Department and an elective course on Sikh Gurus' teachings.
- When
- During the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Guru Tegh Bahadur.
- Where
- Mumbai University, Kalina Campus, Maharashtra
- Why
- To introduce Sikh ethos, promote the Gurmukhi script, and honor the sacrifices of Sikh gurus.
- Initiative
- Punjabi Department and Elective Course
- University
- Mumbai University
- Course Focus
- Teachings of Sikh Gurus
- Supporting Bodies
- Maharashtra State Punjabi Sahitya Academy, Sikh Coordination Committee
- Syllabus Collaboration
- Guru Gobind Singh Chair
