Four named for literary awards
Source: Chronicle News Service
Imphal, December 04 2024:
Apunba Khorirolgee Malemgee Lup has selected four writers/authors for presentation of its 2024 award, which recognises outstanding contributions to the advancement of Manipuri literature.
In a release, Lup secretary Oinam Gyaneshwor informed that 'Wakma Mingthol' award will be conferred to Dr Shantibala Salam and 'Sangbannaba Khoriloi Mana' to Ingudam Satishchandra.
The awards are donated by JNIMS former director Dr Laishram Deben.
'Khorirol Leichal Mana' donated by social worker Oinam Romen will be conferred to Keisham Ongbi Bijoya, while Lairenlakpam ongbi Bijenti Devi be honoured with the 'Meethoi Thougal Khonga Mingthol' donated by Khuraijam Kanta.
The awards carry cash prize of Rs 5000 each, shawl and citation.
Moreover, Journalism Award will be conferred to Jiri News Network's Moirangthem Romen Singh and Meitankeishangbam Bhupen Singh of Cachar Diary.
The awards will be handed over on December 22, the release informed.