Region, Religion & Politics: 100 Years of Shiromani Akali Dal

Region, Religion and Politics: 100 Years of Shiromani Akali Dal

Date:
12 Apr 2023 12:30 PM 12 Apr 2023 02:30 PM
Venue:
Mata Gujri Hall

The Department of Political Science, Mata Sundri College for Women, University of Delhi, under its society Polimates, in collaboration with IQAC, organized a book discussion on the recently published work “Region, Religion and Politics: 100 Years of Shiromani Akali Dal” by Prof. A.S. Narang, Former Professor, IGNOU. The event took place on 12th April 2023 at 12:30 p.m. in Mata Gujri Hall. Marking the centenary of the Shiromani Akali Dal, the discussion offered a critical exploration of the party’s historical journey, ideological foundations, and its influence on Punjab’s political and religious landscape. Prof. Narang’s insights fostered an engaging interaction with faculty and students, enriching their understanding of regional politics and its national implications.

Event Report

A book discussion on "Region, Religion and Politics: 100 Years of Shiromani Akali Dal" by Prof. A.S. Narang was organized by Polimates, the Political Science Department, and IQAC of Mata Sundari College for Women on April 12, 2023. The event was held in Mata Gujri Hall to commemorate 100 years of the Shiromani Akali Dal. The discussion began with a welcome and introduction by the Convenor, Dr. Simer Preet Kaur. The Principal, Prof. Harpreet Kaur, congratulated the author and spoke about the changing political landscape of Punjab in the context of religion. The event also featured guest speakers Prof. Mahindra Nath Thakur and discussants Dr. Harwinder Singh and Mr. Varun Wighmal. Dr. Harwinder Singh discussed the politics of indecisiveness and freebies in Punjab, while Mr. Varun Wighmal focused on the state's cultural plurality and internal diversity. Prof. Narang also spoke about the "curse of the Green Revolution" and the possibility of identity politics in Punjab. The session concluded with a vote of thanks from Dr. Moitri Dey and Prof. Mahindra Nath Jha, who encouraged young scholars to conduct in-depth research on the subject.

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