Patriotic Writers Forum observes 13th foundation day
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, February 11 2021:
The 13th foundation day of Patriotic Writers Forum Manipur was observed yesterday at Manipur Press Club.
Yesterday's event was graced by Nongmaithem Kirankumar Singh convenor of Manipuri Language Advisory Board, Sahitya Akademi New Delhi, Yaiskul Khwairakpam president of the Forum, Dr S Manaoton patron member of the Forum and Ningombam Ranibala Leima, proprietor of M/S Purnima Enterprise as the presidium members.
The second volume of the book titled Lullabies' written by Bhabendra Longjam, an english translation of 'Naoshum' by Toijam Vogendra was released as a part of the program.
Members of the forum who have won different literary awards were also felicitated during the program and tributes were paid to late Sagolsem Indrakumar Singh, former president of the forum.
Addressing the gathering Dr S Manoton lauded the contributions of Patriotic Writers Forum Manipur and expressed belief that the forum will continue to strive for the development of Manipuri language and culture and tradition of the State.
Delivering the keynote address Rakesh Naorem, secretary of the forum presented the significant contributions made by the forum in the past 13 years.