AKSHAT SINGHANIA - A literature professor in Singania Institute of Arts and Commerce. He is soft and caring person
with a tough exterior, who doesn't believe in love or marriage because of his parent's broken relationship and his ex wife's betrayal...
The morning sunlight streamed through the windows of the classroom as Amrit sat at her desk, her notebook open and pen in hand. Her brows were slightly furrowed in concentration as she absorbed the lecture. Around her, the quiet hum of her classmates’ murmurs filled the room as they diligently took notes. The atmosphere was a mix of focus and anticipation, given that the Diwali vacation was just around the corner.
At the front of the class, Akshat stood, his posture poised and confident. Having just finished the day’s session, he glanced at the students, his eyes scanning their attentive faces. He cleared his throat, signaling that he had an announcement to make. The murmurs subsided as all eyes turned to him.
“Alright, everyone,” Akshat began, his voice steady yet authoritative. “As you know, these sessions were meant to serve as an introduction—to familiarize you with the syllabus, the key topics, and the expectations for your PhD program in English Literature. However, starting after the Diwali vacations, we’ll be transitioning to the next phase of your studies.”
A ripple of curiosity spread through the class, with a few students exchanging glances. Amrit leaned forward slightly, eager to hear more.
“From now on,” Akshat continued, “there won’t be regular lectures like the ones we’ve been having. The nature of a PhD program is independent and research-driven. Your primary focus will shift to conducting in-depth research, participating in seminars, and attending workshops. These activities are designed to refine your critical thinking and analytical skills, which are essential for advanced study in English Literature.”
He paused, allowing the information to sink in before elaborating. “Each of you will be assigned to a research group based on your chosen area of interest—whether it’s literary theory, comparative literature, post-colonial studies, feminist literature, or any other domain. Every group will be provided with a guide, who will mentor you throughout the process. Your guide will assist you in narrowing down your research topic, structuring your thesis, and navigating the challenges you may face during your research journey.”
A hand shot up from the middle of the class. It was a bespectacled student, his face curious. “Sir, will you also be a guide? I mean, you’re the director, so it’s not certain that you’ll take up individual mentoring, right?”
Akshat smiled slightly, appreciating the straightforward question. “That’s a valid point,” he said, nodding. “Given my responsibilities as the director, my schedule is tight. However, I’ll review my availability and, if possible, I may take up guiding one group. But this will depend entirely on my commitments and the topics at hand. Rest assured, the assigned guides will be experienced faculty members who are well-versed in their respective fields.”
