THE JHARKHAND STORY NETWORK
Jamshedpur, August 9: The Sakchi campus of Karim City College hosted a special film screening under the Film Club Cinechaupal of the Department of Mass Communication.
The event, attended by students from both the Mass Communication and Geography departments, featured the film Manjhi: The Mountain Man, directed by Ketan Mehta. The 2015 biographical drama is based on the life of Dashrath Manjhi, a member of the Musahar caste in Bihar, who single-handedly carved a road through a mountain over the course of three decades.
Dr. Mohammad Riyaz, a faculty member at Karim City, praised the film, stating, “This film inspires us to face every challenge in life with courage. It teaches us that no obstacle is insurmountable if we persist in our efforts.” He commended the Department of Mass Communication for organizing the screening, calling it a commendable initiative to expose students to meaningful cinema.
Dr. Neha Tiwari, President of the Department of Mass Communication, echoed these sentiments during her address. She emphasized the resilience of Dashrath Manjhi, the protagonist of the film, who overcame numerous struggles without ever giving up. “The film is a powerful reminder of the strength of the human spirit,” she said, also discussing the unique challenges involved in creating biographical films.
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Following the screening, students from both departments shared their reflections on the film. Yashrai Chandra and Ayush Asthana, representing the Department of Mass Communication, highlighted the importance of living in the present and making the most of it. “The past and future are beyond our control, but we can shape our present,” they noted. Meanwhile, Manav Ghosh and Megha Shri Giri from the Department of Geography discussed the deep connection between the geographical landscape and human perseverance as portrayed in the film.
Dr. Ale Ali, Chairman of the Department of Geography, also shared his thoughts, linking the film’s message to real-life experiences. “I have witnessed the path shown in this film,” he said, drawing parallels between the film’s narrative and the geographical challenges faced in everyday life.
The event was well-attended, with approximately 200 students from the Mass Communication and Geography departments participating. Other notable attendees included Pasarul Islam, Dr. Farzana Anjum from the Department of Geography, Ashok Dash from the English Department, Dr. Rashmi Kumari, and Bapi Murmu from Mass Communication. The successful organization of the program was credited to the special efforts of Syed Sajid and Syed Shahzeb.
This film screening is part of a broader effort by the Department of Mass Communication to use cinema as a tool for education and inspiration, encouraging students to draw lessons from real-life stories depicted on screen.
