Naorem Lokeshwore wins Bal Sahitya Puraskar 2022
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, August 25 2022:
The executive board of the Sahitya Akademi has selected Naorem Lokeshwore Singh's 'Tomthin Amsung Khuji' for its prestigious Sahitya Akademi Bal Sahitya Puraskar 2022 award.
According to a press release, Naorem Lokeshwore Singh's short story book is among the 22 selected by the board on the basis of recommendation made by a jury comprising of three members each in the concerned language in accordance with the rules and procedures laid down for the purpose.
The jury panel for Manipuri language are Gojendra Lamabam, Professor H Nanikumar Singh and Dr Thokchom Ibohanbi Singh.
The award which consists of a casket containing an engraved copper plaque and a cheque of Rs 50,000 will be presented to the awardees at a special function slated to be held on November 14 in New Delhi.