Multilingual Recitations Honor Nobel Laureate’s Literary Legacy
The event showcased Tagore’s universal appeal with poems recited in various languages, emphasizing his enduring influence on literature.
JAMSHEDPUR – Poetry enthusiasts gathered at Tagore Society (Rabindra Bhavan) to commemorate International Tagore Poetry Recitation Day, celebrating the literary genius of Rabindranath Tagore.
Ashis Chowdhury, General Secretary of Tagore Society, highlighted the historical significance of the day, recounting Tagore’s pivotal 1912 poetry recitation.
"Tagore’s recital of Gitanjali at Roden Stein’s home in 1912 captivated renowned poets like Ezra Pound and W.B. Yeats, leading to his Nobel Prize nomination," Chowdhury explained.
The event saw 31 poets from diverse linguistic backgrounds participating, showcasing Tagore’s universal appeal.
Tagore Academy Principal Madhuchhanda Majumdar, along with poets Shantanu Chakraborty and Sabyasachi Chanda, were among the notable participants.
Recitations were delivered in multiple languages, including Bengali, English, Oriya, Santhali, French, Sanskrit, Hindi, Telugu, and Gujarati.
"Tagore’s work transcends time and cultural boundaries. It’s crucial for young writers to understand and draw inspiration from his literary contributions," Chowdhury emphasized.
Poets like Rajonya Dandapat, Purnima Banerjee, and Rupa Roy presented their interpretations of Tagore’s timeless compositions.
Somyo Sen and Sandip Ghosh recited in Bengali, while Suparna Roy and Dyuti Chakraborty chose English for their performances.
The event also featured unique linguistic representations: Utpala Das recited in Oriya, G.R. Murmu in Santhali, and Pubali Bera in French.
This multilingual celebration underscored Tagore’s profound impact on global literature and his ability to resonate across cultures.
The gathering served as a platform for both established and emerging poets to pay homage to Tagore’s enduring legacy.
