Trimurti Niketan Awards Celebrate Literary Brilliance in Nepal

Kathmandu, Nepal - In a grand ceremony marking the 17th Trimurti Day and the 122nd birth anniversary of the esteemed Natya Samrat Balakrishna Sama, Trimurti Niketan honored three prolific writers for their significant contributions to Nepali literature. The prestigious 'Lekhnath Kavya Puraskar', 'Balkrishna Sam Puraskar', and 'Devkota Kavya Puraskar' were awarded to individuals who have excelled in promoting the Nepali language through poetry, drama, and literary dedication.

Distinguished Awardees and Their Literary Contributions

• Lekhnath Kavya Puraskar 2079 was bestowed upon Prof. Mukundasharan Upadhyay, a stalwart in the realm of Nepali language literature for over six decades. Prof. Upadhyay's work in classical verse poetry and his efforts to promote poetry have earned him this recognition. The award includes a copperplate and a cash prize of one lakh Nepali rupees.

• Balkrishna Sam Puraskar 2079 was awarded to Hari Bahadur Thapa, renowned for his significant role in the theatrical field, particularly for his performance in the play Malati Mangale. Thapa's acting prowess in numerous plays has made him a popular figure in Nepali theater.

• Devkota Kavya Puraskar 2079 recognized Jai Prasad Pandey for his unwavering dedication to the development of Nepali poetry over the last six decades. Pandey's efforts in editing and publishing the unpublished works of the great poet Lakshmi Prasad Devkota highlighted his commitment to enriching Nepali literary heritage.

Strengthening the Foundation of Nepali Literature

Narendraraj Prasai, the founder and member secretary of Niketan, expressed pride in overcoming challenges to strengthen the organization and establish a substantial fund for the awards. The prize money, initially set at ten thousand rupees, has now been increased to one hundred thousand rupees, reflecting the organization's commitment to honoring literary excellence.

Prof. Mukundasharan Upadhyay, upon receiving the Lekhnath Poetry Award, emphasized the importance of a collective commitment to the development and revival of the Nepali language. He urged institutions like Tribhuvan University and the Nepal Pragya Foundation to focus on protecting and respecting the Nepali language.

Indira Prasai, President of Niketan, highlighted the significant role of various personalities in strengthening the literary organization. Trimurti Niketan, established in honor of literary legends Lekhnath Paudyal, Balakrishna Sam, and Lakshmi Prasad Devkota, continues its tradition of awarding the Lekhnath Paudyal Award, Balakrishna Sam Award, and Devkota Kavya Award to writers every year on Trimurti Day, celebrating the rich legacy of Nepali literature.