JAMMU, Dec 9: A special literary interaction, “Meet the Eminent Author,” featuring renowned Dogri writer Prakash Premi, Sahitya Akademi Awardee and recipient of the J&K UT Award 2025, from Udhampur was organized here today.
The meet was organized by Jammu & Kashmir Academy of Art, Culture and Languages (JKAACL).
Welcoming the guests, Harvinder Kour, Secretary JKAACL, highlighted the profound literary contributions of Premi and his pivotal role in enriching Dogri literature.
She along with Sonali Arun Gupta, Additional Secretary and Dr Javaid Rahi, Divisional Head, felicitated the eminent writer with a shawl and citation, acknowledging his decades-long dedication to literature.
A scholarly paper on the life and literary journey of Prakash Premi was presented by Dr Tarsem Raina, HOD Dogri, GCW Gandhi Nagar, offering insightful reflections on his works and legacy.
After the presentation, Prakash Premi interacted with the audience and shared a detailed account of his literary journey, creative inspirations and experiences spanning several decades.
Among others who graced the event included Padma Shri Lalit Magotra, Padma Shri Mohan Singh, Padma Shri Romalo Ram, Inderjeet Kesar, D K Vaid, Shivdev Singh Susheel, Capt Lalit Sharma, Dr Lalit Gupta, Randhir Singh Raipuria, Dr Padam Dev Singh, Prof Raj Kumar, Dr Ashok Kumar and Sheikh Mohd Kalyan.
Earlier, Premi’s 25th book, the Dogri translation of “Shatak Tray” from Sanskrit, marking another significant milestone in his literary career was also released.
The formal vote of thanks was presented by Reeta Khadyal.
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