World Poetry Day observed at Manipur Press Club
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, March 21 2023:
World Poetry Day was celebrated today at Manipur Press Club organised by Sahitya Thoupang Lup (SATHOULUP) .
On the occasion, Gopal Sharma Award was presented to renowned writer Brajamani Maisnamba popularly known as BM Maisnamba.
Manipuri Advisory Board Convenor, Sahitya Akademi New Delhi, Professor Rajen Toijamba and Naharol Sahitya Premi Samiti president, Naoroibam Indramani graced the event as the chief guest and president respectively.
Professor Rajen Toijamba while speaking at the occasion maintained that poetry is a popular medium to express one's thoughts and emotions.
Poetry as a literary form has become a vital aspect of human society and is in existence since ancient civilizations, he said.
During the programme, eminent writer BM Maisnamba was conferred Gopal Sharma Award.
The award carries a cash prize of Rs 15, 000, a shawl and a citation.
A poets' meet was also held today as a part of the programme chaired by Moirangthem Rajendra.