Source: Hueiyen News Service
Imphal, August 27 2009:
A two-day symposium and Kabi-Sanmelam programme was opened today at the indoor stadium of Thoubal District Table Tennis Association.
The event was organised by the Sahitya Academy, New Delhi in collaboration with Manipur Sahitya Samiti, a release issued by the secretary of MSS, Dr N Sharatchandra informed in a press release.
According to the statement, the inauguration function of the symposium was graced by Prof Naorem Khagendra, convenor of Language Advisory Board, Sahitya Akademi; Cr Thounaojam Khomdon, president of MSS; and Thokchom Chandra, patron of MSS as the chief guest, president and guest of honour.
The 'Ningombam Pramodini Memorial Sahitya Award, 2009' was awarded to writer Ningbomba Surma for her short story-book 'Ethak Machasingee Wahang' on the occasion.
The award carries Rs 7000, a shawl, and a citation.
24th issue of the Sahitya's periodical 'Yenning' and a souvenir to commemorate the occasion was also released during the function.
The moderator of the first session of the symposium was Prof Huirem Behari while Dr Moirangthem Priyabatra and Dr K Shantibala presented a paper.
Three renowned scholars will present papers tomorrow.