The Bangla Department is one of the oldest departments of the college, established in 1960. It is a key department with a rich tradition, offering Bangla as an honors subject from the very beginning, along with providing it as a pass subject.
A distinctive feature of the department is its ongoing efforts to keep up with the changing socio-economic environment, while maintaining the quality of education. The department regularly organizes seminars, workshops, and other programs to enhance students' academic development, as well as their social and cultural skills. Students are encouraged to participate in external seminars, competitions, and various activities in College and Other prestigious institutions to further hone their talents.
Graduates from this department have achieved great success and have made valuable contributions in various fields across the country. Many distinguished alumni have gained recognition at both national and international levels and are currently serving in important roles in different organizations.
The department undertakes various initiatives to ensure the academic and professional success of its students.
The department offers undergraduate programs designed to provide students with a strong foundation in their respective disciplines. Below is a summary of the available programs:
Program | Degree | Year of Inception | Affiliation |
---|---|---|---|
Honours/Major (UG) | B.A. | 1960 | University of Calcutta |
General/Minor (UG) | B.A. | 1960 | University of Calcutta |
This structure reflects the department's long-standing tradition of academic excellence and its affiliation with the esteemed University of Calcutta.
Dr. Ajanta Mitra
Associate Professor
M.A. M.Phil, Ph.D
Folk Literature, Rabindranath
ajantamit@gmail.com
+91 33 2241 8887, +91 33 2241 8889
Dr. Anal Pal
Assistant Professor
M.A., Ph.D.
19th Century, 20th Century Bengali Literature
vcfwbeng@gmail.com
+91 33 2241 8887, +91 33 2241 8889
Dr. Nanda Mallick
Associate Professor
M.A., Ph.D
Medieval Bengali Literature
mallicknanda64@gmail.com
+91 33 2241 8887, +91 33 2241 8889
Dr. Piyali Dutta Chowdhury
Assistant Professor
M.A., Ph.D
Rabindranath Tagore Studies, 19th Century
duttachowdhurypiyali@gmail.com
+91 33 2241 8887, +91 33 2241 8889
Ganesh Hembram
Assistant Professor
M.A., Ph.D
Medieval Bengali Literature, Bengali Novel
ganeshhembram1979@gmail.com
+91 33 2241 8887, +91 33 2241 8889