Rani Kherdani (Elangbi) Devi Award Instituted
Source: Hueiyen News Service
Imphal, October 22 2014:
The Manipuri Sahitya Parishad has instituted an award entitled "Rani Kherdani (Elangbi) Devi Award" in the name of queen Rani Kherdani, wife of the last king of Manipur Maharaj Bodhachandra.
In a statement, the Parishad stated that the Award will be presented from this year onwards to a distinguished book which includes in-depth discussion on dance, music, folklore, faiths, beliefs, worship or sports etc.
The Award has been created following a monetary contribution of Rs.1 lakh from son of Rani Kherdani, Priyobarta Elangbam who is now serving as lecturer at DM College of Arts.
The annual award will carry a cash amount of Rs 10,000, a citation, and a shawl , the statement added.