3 day workshop on translation of children's book starts
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, February 25 2020:
A three day workshop on translation of children's book published by National Book Trust India into Manipuri was kicked off at Jawaharlal Nehru Manipur Dance Academy today.
The workshop was organised by National Book Trust India and Writers' Forum Imphal.
Renowned poet, translator and a critic Aribam Kumar Sharma graced the function as the chief guest while National Book Trust India Director Yuvraj Malik attended as the president and Writers' Forum Imphal coordinator Yumlembam Ibomcha as the guest of honour.
Giving the keynote address, Aribam Kumar Sharma said that organising the workshop is a significant initiative.
He said that many writers of the State would be translating about 20 children books, published by National Book Trust, into Manipuri.
He opined that the children of Manipur will find the translated version of the NBT books helpful and interesting.
National Book Trust India Editorial Associate Carolyn Pao was also present at the function.