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Srinagar Dec 11:(KNS)The Department of Media Studies at Government Degree College Baramulla organized a two-day workshop on news writing, which began today. Dr. Danish Nabi, Head of the Department, inaugurated the event with a virtual welcome of the guest. Speaking on the occasion, he said, “This is not the first time we are organizing this kind of session. We have done these sessions in the past as well, and we will continue to hold such events to enhance the learning experience of our students.”

The workshop featured Basharat Masood, a seasoned journalist at The Indian Express, as the resource person.  He provided an in-depth understanding of various news writing formats, including features, hard news, and soft news, and engaged the students through writing exercises and assignments, making the session highly interactive.

Speaking to the students, Masood shared insights on the stark contrast between classroom learning and real-world journalism.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp ChannelHe explained that while theoretical knowledge lays a foundation, the actual challenges of journalism come to light only in the field. Emphasizing the role of reading in shaping a journalist, he said, “As a journalism student, reading is not just important—it’s essential. If you want to grow in this field, you need to read a lot of books.”

Students from the 1st, 3rd, and 5th semesters of Media Studies actively participated, adding to the success of the workshop. Sharing his experience, Ishfaq Ahmad Bhat, a third-semester Media Studies student, said, “The session was a successful interactive activity, where we got to learn a lot, especially the coffee cup method. I would always have that in my mind.”

At the end of the session, a memento was awarded to Basharat Masood in recognition of his invaluable contributions. The motivation and participation of students emphasized the significance of the practical aspect in developing journalistic skills.(KNS)