Subhechcha Ganguly 
Roopal Arora is a dynamic and multi-talented individual based in Delhi, India. With a diverse range of roles, she thrives as an IT Professional, Freelancer Educator, Author, Blogger, and Writer. Her expertise extends to being a Microsoft, Buncee, and Wakelet Educator, showcasing her commitment to education and technology integration. Beyond her professional achievements, Roopal is an OCP and SAP professional, demonstrating her proficiency in these domains. Currently serving as the Manager Technical at Marucom, she exemplifies leadership and technical acumen. Her creative flair shines as a Creative Coordinator with Koala Kraft, and her honors and features in numerous magazines underscore her impact and recognition in her field.
What are your thoughts on the observation that reading habits among young people are on the decline? How would you describe the current state of reading engagement among youth?
Ans:Reading is about finding what you believe.Reading helps us discover who we are.It is the best way to make them understand something without necessarily having to experience it for themselves.It helps you understand the world around you better.Youth today read less frequently and enjoy reading less than people did in the past.Social media hampers creativity as much of time is used in sharing and sending things to others.Find reading moments in every day life.Create a reading space.Let them choose what they want to read.Connect reading to your passion.
What factors do you believe contribute to the decreasing habit of reading among the youth? Are there any specific challenges or societal changes that you think are influencing this trend?
Ans:Reading habit is formed through several influences,activities,encouragement and mentoring.Lack of focus on one thing at a time affects reading habit.We need to give priority to our reading time.We need to motivate ourselves to find time for reading.There is lot of information available online to us.These days people are into several diversified fields that affects there reading habit.Just keep track of your reading.Have a purpose of reading.
How do you think the rise of digital media, such as smartphones, social media, and streaming platforms, has impacted the reading habits of young individuals?
Ans:Social media hampers creativity as much of the time is used on sharing,sending things to others.Multitasking enhances distraction.They find social media sites the most engaging activity that they carry out on a daily basis.Most of the time is spent in searching what others are doing,which can be spent in reading that adds value to your own life.Reading develops the capacity to understand and think.We can be at many places at once through reading.They are learning to find themselves with the social media.
In your opinion, what are the potential consequences of the decreasing reading habit among youth? How might it affect their cognitive development, critical thinking skills, and overall knowledge?
Ans:They can’t seem to focus on what they are reading.It is always a great idea to skim it first and get an idea on its content.Reading brings happiness.The factors affecting the cognitive and critical development are opportunity,motivation,timing and surroundings.Reading helps us in learning more things in life.It influences our thoughts and ideas.It enhances your focus,thinking and understanding.It allows you to learn new things in life.
Are there any differences in reading preferences between different age groups within the youth? Do you think certain genres or formats are more appealing to them than others?
Ans:Reading different genres helps us with overall understanding of different things.The way in which genres are understood shapes how one reads and interacts with different writings.Reading takes us on unbelievable paths.They tend to read more of the works of a particular genre as they like those kind of stories.They are looking for particular aspects in a story.You just need to find out whether the story appeals to you.
Do you think reading in non-traditional formats, such as e-books, audiobooks, or interactive apps, can help revive the interest of young people in reading? How do these formats compare to traditional print books in terms of engagement?
Ans:We all love print books as they give us the real look and feel of a traditional book.Ebook is electronic form of printed book.Ebooks are light and easy to carry.Ebooks are easy to access too.They are more engaging,interactive than printed books.We absorb more information in print books.Printed books are thriving in the digital world.The overall reading experience is much more enjoyable when reading a print book.It gives us the experience that our minds evolved to process.
What role do schools and educational institutions play in fostering a love for reading among students? Are there any changes that could be made to curriculum or teaching approaches to address the decline in reading habits?
Ans:They help us to develop evaluating,organising,retaining what is read.They are giving information,enhancing curiosity and creativity.We can explore another world,see it through someone else’s perspective.One of the best ways to get them to love learning,is to tell them in a way in which they don’t even realise that they are learning.Make reading real.Connect reading with what’s happening in real life.Make reading creative.They give insights about several aspects of life,without us having to move.Reading makes you who you are.
How do you envision the future of reading, given the current trends? What can be done to ensure that reading remains a valuable and enjoyable activity for young people in the digital age?
Ans:Reading is a path to learning anything about everything.It helps you discover new things in life.It tells you about yourself.Reading makes you happier.It helps you discover life from different perspectives.We are able to find solution to our problems.We always find time for things we love the most.Make it work and make it right.Reading stimulates different thinking processes.The more we read,the better we can build up and explore our life.
Can you discuss any personal experiences or anecdotes that highlight the positive impact of reading on a young person’s development? How can such stories inspire others to cultivate a reading habit?
Ans:They take you to their world through there writing.It helps create understanding among different beliefs,values and ways of life.It helps us understand the path of life from different perspectives.It gives us new ideas and beliefs.It changes our life in a positive way.It motivates us to fight the challenges and do great things in life.It makes us feel happy and hopeful about life.It transforms the way we perceive our own capabilities.
How does the availability of diverse literature, representing different cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives, impact young readers? Does inclusivity in reading materials play a role in engaging the youth?
Ans:Diversity gives us creativity and innovation.It helps us change our perspective towards those differences.We can really feel the thoughts,delve into their experiences.When different views are shared together,change can happen.It shows us the world we live in,but helps us understand one another in a more fulfilling way.Writing for different cultures forces us to consider the perspectives,values,beliefs of those we are writing for.
Are there any correlations between reading habits and other activities, such as academic performance, creativity, empathy, or social interactions, among young individuals?
Ans:The more we read,the better we build up and expand our life.We can learn new ideas and have understanding of different things.It changes the way we see ourselves and how we connect with others.It can make you feel good about yourself and what you are doing.What keeps life engaging is creativity of the soul.When learning is purposeful,creativity grows in life.It involves trying out new ideas,different ways of thinking and solving problems of life.
What advice would you give to parents, educators, and policymakers who are concerned about the decreasing habit of reading among youth? How can they collaboratively work to reverse this trend?
Ans:Reading enhances our experiences of life.Create a reading space.Explore reading moments in every day life.Find your best time.Work on your reading.Read something every day.You can make anything by reading.You must start reading what is best for your life.Believe in your power.Keep working and keep trusting yourself.The more we read,the better we get.It is a great way to discover new perspectives and different ideas.Keep learning and keep growing in life.There is always something beautiful on its way to you.
