Ailing Literary Icon Ganga Prasad Arun to Receive Prestigious Award

Nirmal Milind Memorial Honor includes Rs. 11,000 cash prize, citation for contributions

Key Points:

• Writer Ganga Prasad Arun selected for 2024 Kavivar Nirmal Milind Award

• Award ceremony scheduled at recipient’s residence due to health conditions

• Past recipients include prominent figures like Dr. Shanti Suman, Dr. C. Bhaskar Rao

JAMSHEDPUR – Celebrated poet and editor Ganga Prasad Arun will receive the prestigious Kavivar Nirmal Milind Smriti Samman at his Birsanagar residence.

The award carries significant prestige in Jharkhand’s literary circles. Moreover, it honors exceptional contributions to regional literature.

Storyteller Jayanandan will present the award on December 4. Meanwhile, the recognition includes a cash prize of Rs. 11,000.

Literary Legacy

Arun has created numerous masterpieces in Hindi and Bhojpuri. Furthermore, his collection "Tirti Si Parchaiyaan" gained widespread recognition.

"His contributions to literature have inspired generations of writers," remarked a senior literary critic.

Award History and Significance

This annual award started in 2016 by Archana Milind. In addition, it commemorates the legacy of poet Nirmal Milind.

Previous recipients have enriched regional literature significantly. However, this year’s ceremony will be intimate due to Arun’s health.

Editorial Contributions

Arun’s influence extends beyond creative writing. On the other hand, he has edited prestigious publications like Lakir magazine.

His editorial work has shaped numerous emerging writers. Besides, he actively participated in literary conferences nationwide.