4th Governor's Award presented
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, July 08 2018:
The 4th Governor's Award presentation function was organised by Arts Society Manipur Nongmeibung Nambam Chuthek at Manipur State Art Gallery, Palace Compound today.
National Lalit Kala Akademi Awardee and Fellow, Manipur State Kala Akademi, Th Tombi Singh graced the function as chief guest while Department of Art and Culture Director A Shivdas Sharma and Arts Society Manipur president A Joychandra Sharma attended as other dignitaries.
Aribam Ekanta Sharma of Yumnam Leikai has been conferred the 4th Governor's Award for 2018, with a cash award of Rs 20,000, citation and certificate.
Speaking at the occasion, chief guest Th Tombi stated that granting the Governor's award to Aribam Ekanta, who has dedicated and achieved so much in the field of Art, is fitting.
He further stated that Ekanta taught Fine Arts to numerous students in a long time.
Th Tombi expressed hope that the 4th Governor awardee will continue to draw beautiful drawings.