Birbal Jha

Dr Birbal Jha (born 22 January 1972) is an Indian author, lyricist, columnist, social worker, and entrepreneur. Dr Jha is known as the Paagman of India for his cultural campaign, 'Save the Paag,' in recognition of which the Government of India issued the first-ever postal stamp on Mithila Paag, a kind of headgear, in 2017—a great honour in the Mithila region.

Brief

Dr Birbal Jha is the Managing Director of Lingua Multiservices Pvt Ltd, which holds the popular trademark British Lingua, specializing in English and soft skills training in India. Dr Jha’s multifaceted personality encompasses that of a social entrepreneur, social thinker and worker, cultural activist, author, lyricist, columnist, etymologist, and communication skills trainer.

Positional Status

At age 21, Dr Birbal, who might otherwise have pursued administrative jobs, launched his social venture, British Lingua, which has significantly improved the skills and lifestyles of lakhs of students previously deprived of English education and employability skills. The man synonymous with English training is none other than Dr Birbal Jha, who developed a unique structural-cum-interactive method for quickly and easily learning the English language, endorsed by various international schools of thought on the subject.

With a mission of helping people benefit from English skills, he coined the slogan "English for all" for his social venture in 1993 to effect societal change, in which he greatly succeeded.

About Nativity

He was born on 2 January 1972 in the riverside village of Sijoul, in Madhubani district, Bihar, where Bihar's first private university was established in 2017. He spent 16 formative years there. The village, under the Andhra Tharhi block, is about 20 km from the district town.

Education and Academics

He holds a PhD and two master's degrees from Patna University, where he is considered a notable alumnus. He received his primary and secondary education in his village. He is an acclaimed author, having written over 30 books to date on English communication skills, personal growth, instruction, parenting, and culture. He received significant acclaim for his weekly columns, ‘Seekhen Sahi Angreji’ in Dainik Jagran and ‘Jano English’ in Hindustan, both national dailies. With Oxford University Professor Elizabeth Schoel, among many others, highly appreciating Dr Jha’s magnum opus, Celebrate Your Life, he is an institution in himself, considering his erudition and prolific works.

Special Works

In the 2010 Commonwealth Games held in Delhi, he led the British Lingua training team, providing the first-ever training in spoken English and behaviour skills to those who were the first points of contact. This earned him a good reputation. Dr Jha’s ongoing research is one of his greatest assets; it clearly correlates with his teaching methods and reflects the needs of contemporary society. Recognizing his expertise and scholarship, the Government of Bihar entrusted him with implementing the first-ever ‘Spoken English and Capacity Building’ training project for government high school teachers in 2009. Its successful completion set a benchmark for English education in the state. Furthermore, in collaboration with the Government of Bihar, his social enterprise has brought about noticeable changes in the lives of thousands of Mahadalits, the poorest of the poor in the state. What could be more satisfying than the recognition of his work? A postal stamp was issued on Mithila Paag in 2017 following the ‘Save the Paag Campaign’ launched by Mithilalok Foundation, which he heads as Chairman. This campaign was his brainchild. He was a key campaigner in the movement, which comprised many intellectuals from the region. As a mass communicator, he connected with people in the region. Since then, he has been known as Paagman, an award bestowed in recognition of promoting Indian culture and values. He is involved in many social organizations.

In recognition of his social, cultural, and literary works, Dr Jha has received several awards and citations. He believes in an egalitarian society where everyone should have the opportunity to live a decent life. He is a social worker in every true sense of the word. He continues to learn and share, aiming to bring English to the masses in India.

Dr Jha’s personality and inspirational teaching have won the acclaim and hearts and minds of many thousands of trainees, along with recognition throughout India.

He has composed lyrics for dozens of songs as a non-professional or amateur. One of them, "Kya Gunah Tha Mere Bache Ka," is uploaded on YouTube and has received over 80 lakh views to date.

In 2013, highlighting the need for English education, he wrote a play, ‘Englishiya Boli’. Moreover, as a poet, he has composed poems in three languages: English, Hindi, and Maithili.

As a child activist, Dr Jha has launched campaigns for the safety, security, and well-being of children. His songs in this regard are so heart-touching, moving, and emotive that they captivate everyone. He has also written a book titled ‘Child Safety.’ His writings and works reflect his prolific nature as a writer. His writings and participation in the ethical movement to improve and protect the quality of the natural environment clearly demonstrate his environmentalism. It would not be an exaggeration to call him a culturist, given his keen interest in diverse aspects of the arts, including music and theatre.

As a social thinker, he has made many social interventions and offered suggestions to the government and other stakeholders. Through his social engineering initiatives, he has transformed the lives of thousands of youth from the poorest and most deprived sections of society.

A non-fiction book titled ‘The Living Legends of Mithila,’ featuring the life sketches of 25 leading personalities of the region for their social contributions, designated Dr Birbal Jha as the ‘Youngest Living Legend of Mithila’. He is considered a man of letters, well-versed in literature and related scholarly pursuits. His success and talent in many areas make him a man for all seasons. His popularity stems from his connection with the people. His journey continues.

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