Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Apr 14: The prestigious ‘Prof. Ramnath Shastri Memorial Award 2026’ was conferred upon noted Dogri writer Ritu Singh for her acclaimed Dogri poetry collection ‘Dogri Mukrian.’
The award ceremony was organized here today by Dogri Sanstha Jammu.
The award, instituted in the memory of eminent Dogri scholar, Prof. Ramnath Shastri, is regarded as one of the most prestigious literary honours in Dogri literature and it was the 13th such award that was given to Ritu Singh for her significant literary contribution through her work ‘Dogri Mukrian’.
On this occasion, Prof. Lalit Magotra, president Dogri Sanstha Jammu highlighted the importance of the award in sustaining the literary legacy of Dogri language. He stated that Prof. Ramnath Shastri Memorial Award has consistently recognized outstanding writers whose works have enriched Dogri literature over the years.
Prof. Veena Gupta, vice president Dogri Sanstha Jammu remarked that Dogri Mukrian reflects the depth of cultural traditions and linguistic beauty of Dogri language.
Rajeshwar Singh ‘Raju’, general secretary of Dogri Sanstha Jammu said that Dogri Sanstha Jammu remains committed to promoting literary talent and preserving the richness of Dogri language and literature.
Ritu Singh shared her literary journey.
Ajeet Khajuria, son of Prof. Ram Nath Shastri, also shared the dais and threw light on the important aspects of his father’s life.
Proceedings of the programme were conducted by Pawan Verma.
The ceremony concluded with a vote of thanks.
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