Jalandhar/Kapurthala, September 08, 2017: A guest lecture was organised in the Department of Journalism and Mass Communication of IKG Punjab Technical University, Kapurthala. Ms Ikwinder, a Radio Jockey from a renowned Private Radio Station (Radio Mirchi 98.3 FM) was the guest speaker on the occasion. She was given a floral welcome by Dr.Ranbir Singh, Head, Dept. of Journalism and Mass Communication, accompanied by other faculty members Dr. Sarabjeet Singh, Ms Priyanka Mahajan and Dr. Ekta Mahajan who were also present. RjIkwinder who hails from a small village near Bhogpurhas been working in the field of radio since last 15 years and is a very popular RJ for her shows like Purani Jeans, Ek Minute ki Love Story and MeethiMirchi.
She explained the students about different formats of radio like Radio talk, discussions and features along with the qualities of being a successful Radio Jockey. She shared her experiences of the journey of RJ with the students and motivated those to read more and more good books, write articles, contribute letters to editors, and to start their own blogs as well. She also stressed on qualities like politeness, humble attitude and patience which are the key factors to achieve success in life. A question answer session was also held wherein students asked questions regarding the profession of RJ and radio. She answered all queries of the students and also shared her journey of becoming a successful RJ in the field of radio. Dr. Sarabjeet Mann, faculty of Dept. Of Journalism accorded a formal vote of thanks to Ms, Ikwinder and thanked her for gracing the occasion with an enlightening session.