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Tamil Writer Sivashankari Selected for ‘Vishambhara Award’

Sivashankari, a renowned Tamil author, will receive the 'Vishambhara' Dr. C. Narayana Reddy National Literary Award on July 29 at Ravindra Bharati, Hyderabad.

Award Details

Sivashankari to receive ‘Vishambhara’ Dr. C. Narayana Reddy National Literary Award
Award includes ₹5 lakh cash prize, memento, and shawl
Ceremony on July 29 at Ravindra Bharati, Hyderabad
Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy to attend as chief guest
Event coincides with Dr. C. Narayana Reddy's 93rd birth anniversary
New book of poems 'Samanvitham' to be released at the ceremony

Sivashankari's Literary Contributions

Prolific Tamil author with extensive body of work
36 novels, 48 mini-novels, 150 short stories, 15 travelogues
7 essay collections, 4 study papers, 2 biographies
Focus on social issues and human values in her writing
Previous recipient of prestigious Saraswati Samman award

About the Dr. C. Narayana Reddy National Literary Award

Named after renowned Telugu poet and Jnanpith awardee Dr. C. Narayana Reddy
Honors distinguished contributions to Indian literature
Typically includes certificate and ₹5 lakh cash prize
Awarded annually by Cultural and Literary Federation of India
Instituted in 2017 to recognize literary excellence

This recognition of Sivashankari's work not only celebrates her individual achievements but also highlights the rich diversity and depth of Indian literature across languages and regions.

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