Mangalore: In protecting a language and raising its stature, literature and arts take a prominent role. So, if these are encouraged and the various achievers in these executive fields are duly honoured for their steadfast bonds with them, that works as an inspiration to others who are not beginners and not sure whether the art or literature suits them.
This is what DK minister in charge J.Krishna Palemar told the Beary community at a hearty function arranged in Town Hall on Sunday to honour writers and artistes with Beary Literary Academy 2010 awards. They were given away by him to K.P.Abdul Khader Kuthethur, Mohammed Maripalla and Raheem B.C.Road. Each award contained Rs.10,000 cash, a certificate and mementoes.
Palemar asked Bearys to write more and in large numbers, and become painters similarly. The Academay has to help such talents to express and fulfil in their activities. Women also should join in this effort undertaken by the Beary Academy, the minister said.
He lavished praise on the Beary Academy for its good work and wished more success to the award winners.
Ullal MLA U.T Khadar who was the chief guest, in his speech lauded the Academy work in recognizing the writers and artistes. The Akademi belonged to all Bearys, he said.
Dr.Taltaje Vasanth Kumar, retired Head of Kannada Department at the Mumbai University, in his talk, wanted more works in Beary language depicting their culture and values and that they should find new light in the community. He was appreciative of Beary Akademi programmes and aims.
Nagesh Kollur of Akriti Graphics, who designed the front pages of Akademi’s published works, was honoured on the occasion.
Udupi district Kannada Sahitya Parishat chief Ambatanaya Mudradi presided. Registrar Umarabba welcomed. Akademi’s president M.B Abdul Rahiman made introductory remarks. B.A.Shamshuddin, member thanked. Several competitions were conducted.