Literary and Debating Society (LDS)

Words Take Flight: Discover the Literary & Debate World!

The Literary and Debating Society is a vibrant forum for engineering students to develop their creative and intellectual potential through an engaging mix of literary activities, structured debates, group discussions and public speaking. The Society empowers students to think critically, express themselves effectively, and develop leadership skills.

Our goal is to foster a culture of dialogue, open-mindedness and appreciation for literature that transcends academic boundaries. Through participation in regular debate competitions, literary meets, workshops, guest lectures and intercollegiate events, students not only hone their language and argumentative skills, but also develop self- confidence and poise qualities that are essential in today’s fast-paced professional world.

Whether you are a passionate writer, an aspiring speaker or someone who wants to challenge ideas and share perspectives, the Literary and Debating Society welcomes you to join us on this transformative journey. Here, words are more than just tools, they are catalysts for change, creative thinking, and leadership.

As John Milton upheld intellectual freedom, dialogue, and the courage to speak with purpose in his prose work Areopagitica in 1644:

“Give me liberty to know, to utter, and to argue freely according to my conscience, above all liberties."

Vision:

To develop thoughtful and confident individuals by fostering a culture of critical enquiry, creative expression & inclusive dialogue, by empowering students to become effective communicators and ethical leaders in a dynamic global society.

Mission:

The Literary and Debating Society is committed to enriching the intellectual and creative lives of engineering students through literature, debate and discourse. We strive for this:

• To promote critical thinking, eloquent expression, and respectful argumentation.
• Encourage students to engage with diverse perspectives and develop empathy through dialogue.
• Provide platforms such as debates, discussions, workshops and literary events that foster communication, leadership and analytical skills.
• Instil a lifelong appreciation for literature and the power of words as an agent of change.

Objectives:

• Improve public speaking and debating skills
• Foster creative and critical thinking
• Encourage reading and appreciation of literature
• Build confidence and teamwork abilities
• Provide a platform for intellectual discussions

Enkindle Your Future:

Join the Literary and Debating Society (LDS) to unleash your voice and fuel your imagination!

Active participation in an LDS not only takes you further, but also accelerates your career, leads to exclusive job offers and sets you apart from the competition in selection procedures.

About the Program

Open to students from all branches (CMPN, INFT, ECS, EXTC, ELEC)