Books expands knowledge and conveys Human Sensibilities: Sunit Mukherjee
Books serve not only to expand knowledge but also act as medium for conveying human sensibilities. Speaking at a 'Book Club Activity' (dialogue session) organized by the Department of Journalism and Mass Communication at MDU on World Book and Copyright Day, Professor Sunit Mukherjee emphasized the importance of connecting with books, reading them, and fostering a culture of reading to build a more cohesive and enlightened society.
Girish Saini
Apr 23, 2026 10:44
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Rohtak, April 23, 2026: Books serve not only to expand knowledge but also act as medium for conveying human sensibilities. Speaking at a 'Book Club Activity' (dialogue session) organized by the Department of Journalism and Mass Communication at MDU on World Book and Copyright Day, Professor Sunit Mukherjee emphasized the importance of connecting with books, reading them, and fostering a culture of reading to build a more cohesive and enlightened society.
In this context, Professor Sunit Mukherjee—who serves as the in-charge of the department's Book Club—introduced the students to two specific titles: ‘Battleground Bengal’ (authored and compiled by Ghosh), which examines the political landscape of Bengal, and ‘Itihas Ki Thali’ (authored by Animesh Mukherjee), which explores the intellectual heritage of food.
Speaking about ‘Itihas Ki Thali’, he remarked that our plate of food does not merely serve to fill the stomach or satiate hunger; rather, it offers insights into history and serves as a marker of cultural identity. Conversely, ‘Battleground Bengal’ presents an analytical overview of the evolving political scenario in Bengal. In the context of this book, discussions were also held regarding the multifaceted dimensions of political conflict and the nuances of ground-level reporting.
The students also actively participated in the session, offering their own inputs and perspectives. The dialogue session concluded with a collective pledge to engage more deeply with books and to cultivate the practice of gifting books to others.
