Reeta Ramamurthy Gupta’s Marathi Columns in Sakal Avtaran
Renowned author and Asia’s first Reading Coach, Reeta Ramamurthy Gupta, has been featured as a regular columnist in Sakal Avtaran, one of Maharashtra’s most respected Marathi publications.
Each of her weekly columns explores themes of reading, learning, and mindful living through evidence-based insights and practical advice. Her thought-provoking series, “Vachal Tar Vachal” (which translates to “Read, and You Shall Succeed”), focuses on cultivating strong reading habits in the digital age.
Through a series of original essays published in the print editions of Sakal Avtaran, Reeta examines how reading influences the brain, attention span, parenting, childhood learning, and emotional intelligence. Each column blends neuroscience, psychology, and practical wisdom in a way that resonates deeply with families, educators, and lifelong learners.
Some of the recent columns and topics include (Print Edition – August to September 2025):
“स्क्रोलिंग आणि मेंदूवरचा परिणाम” – The Impact of Endless Scrolling on the Brain
Explains how continuous digital scrolling affects focus, energy, and brain development, and why mindful reading matters.
“शाश्वत विरुद्ध क्षणभंगुर माहिती” – Permanent vs. Temporary Information
Discusses how deep reading builds lasting knowledge, unlike fleeting information on social media.
“पालकत्व, वाचन आणि ३२ दशलक्ष शब्द” – Parenting, Reading and 32 Million Words
Highlights research showing how reading aloud and storytelling enrich children’s language and emotional growth.
“वाचनाची बीजं लहान वयात रुजवू” – Reading Habits Should Begin in Childhood
Encourages parents to let children choose their own books to develop independence and lifelong curiosity.
“काल्पनिक कथांमध्ये मौल्यवान बुद्धिमत्ता!” – The Value of Imagination in Fiction Reading
Shows how fiction enhances empathy, creativity, and emotional intelligence in today’s fast-paced world.
These print features appear every Saturday under the series “वाचाल तर वाचाल” (Read and You Will Rise), authored by Reeta Ramamurthy Gupta.
