Department of Marathi

Year of Establishment : 1998

Introduction : 

The Department of Marathi seeks to nurture the rich heritage of Marathi literature, language, and culture. By rigorous curriculum, research, and creative pursuits, it discovers classical literature, contemporary works, and regional tradition. The department nurtures linguistic acumen, critical awareness, and cultural literacy, enabling students to interact with Maharashtra's active literary and social milieu.

Vision: 

To be a premier centre of excellence in propagating Marathi language, literature, and culture, academic innovation, cultural heritage, and civic engagement to inspire future scholars and world citizens based on the rich heritage of Maharashtra.

GOAL:

To promote the study, research, and spread of Marathi language and literature and foster a profound love for Maharashtra's cultural heritage through complete education, community work, and interdisciplinary efforts.

Objective:

• Marathi Language Skills Improvement: Improve Marathi reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills.
• Marathi Literary Awareness: Develop reading interest in Marathi literature with cultural awareness.
• Promote the Culture of Marathi: Conserving and propounding Marathi language and traditions.
• Critical Thought Development: Engender critical abilities through literary experience.
• Communication: Facilitate effective expression through Marathi by students.
• Increase Employability: Provide students with Marathi language skills for employment opportunities.
• Engage Community: Involve the local community through Marathi language activities.
• Use Modern Methods: Incorporate technology to make learning Marathi interesting.
• Overall Growth: Enhance students' personal and social growth through Marathi studies.

Salient Features:

• Interdisciplinary courses combining classical & contemporary Marathi studies.
• Festivals, workshops, and literary seminars annually.
• Scholarships for students, competitions, and internships.
• Community outreach through literacy programs/cultural events.
• Use of ICT in Teaching-Learning Process
• Book Club
• Participation of the students in college magazine-Srujan

Co-Curricular Activities: 

Group Discussion, Book Review, Poetry Reading, Slogan Writing, Hand Writing, etc. 

Faculty Profile:

Ms. Smita Onkarrao Malve

Assistant Professor & HOD

 M.A. B.Ed., NET PhD (Persuing)

 Experience:   20 yrs.

Research Credentials:

   Publications: Asst. Prof.Smita O.Malve

Sr.No.	Particulars	Total
1	No. of papers published in national and international journals	19

Faculty Profile:

Ms. Yogita Bhikan Bhamare 

Assistant Professor

 M.A., NET PhD 

 Experience: 08 yrs.

Research Credentials:

   Publications: Asst. Prof. Yogita B. Bhamare

Sr.No.	Particulars	Total
1	No. of papers published in national and international journals	03

 

Students Achievements:

SOCIAL WORKERS PRODUCED BY THE DEPARTMENT :

            Swamini Ghoteker, Pragati Jadhav.

 

PARTICIPATION IN AVISHKAR COMPETETION 

            Kshitija Bharat Telore

 MARATHI WRITERS PRODUCED BY THE DEPARTMENT :

The Department has produced Poets like Dr.PratibhaJadhav.

 

 MERITORIOUS STUDENTS :

• Dr.Partibha Jadhav (M.A B.Ed , SET , Phd).
• Pallavi Kshirsagar (M.A B.Ed , SET).

 

VISITS OF THE LITERARY PERSONALITIES AND THINKERS :

Name
Dr.Dilip Pawar	Member, Maharashtra sahityaParishad, Pune Editor, Shodhparva, International Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences Chairman , Elocution and debating committee Edotor, College Magzine "AKSHAR" Committee
Dr.Heera Wagh	Professor and Writer
Mrs.Jayashri Wagh ( Famous Poet )	Famous Author, Famous Poet
Mr.Padmakar Deshpande	Reporter and Author

 

Extension Activities:

• Advertise presentation,
• Akashwani announcements,
• Conduct interviews,
• project writing,
• slogan writing competitions,
• poem reading, writing competations,
• jatyavrchaoovya,
• Proverb 
• Group discussion ,
• spontaneous elocutions competitions are held

 

Future Plans:

• To Introduce Post Graduate Course in Marathi
• To Establish  Language Lab in Marathii
• To Organize State Level Seminar on Marathi Language And Literature
• To Establish Departmental Library of  Marathi
• To Conduct Audio-Visual Extension  Programme
• To Conduct Lecture Series for Special …Marathi Literature… Students