Bimala Basanta Award 2013 presented
Source: Hueiyen News Service
Imphal, December 15 2013:
The Bimala Basanta Award 2013 presented by Leimarol Khorjeikhol (LEIKOL) was conferred to noted historian and Padmashree awardee RK Jalajit during an award presentation ceremony held at Dave Literature Centre, DM College campus here today.
The ceremony was attended by Dr Kh Sorojini, president of LEIKOL as Functional President and Khumanthem Prakash as Guest of Honour.
Speaking on the occasion, Kh Prakash asserted that the extensive publication of short story in the State is not seen much in other States and added that simultaneous publication of books in different languages is also a good step which in turn will strengthen the literary movement in the State.
He further said the acknowledgement of State's Nat Sanskirtan as a cultural heritage by UNESCO is a proud moment for the people of Manipur.
However, he lamented over the lack of appreciation on the part of the Art and Culture Department and State Government towards the performing art from despite the historical recognition given by UNESCO.