Seminar explores the literary legacy of Vishnu Narayanan Namboothiri

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A literary seminar featuring a study and reappraisal of the poetic world of Vishnu Narayanan Namboothiri was held at Tiruvalla on Saturday. Inaugurating the seminar, poet Prabha Varma described Namboothiri as a major poet who took the richness of Keralam’s literary tradition to a global audience through modern perspectives.

K.P. Ramanunni, convener of the Sahitya Akademi advisory committee, presided over the function. Central Sahitya Akademi Secretary Varun Gulati delivered the introductory address, while Kannada writer Jayanth Kaikini delivered the keynote address.

Filmmaker and Kazhcha Charitable Trust chairman Blessy attended the event as the chief guest. MLA Varghese Mamman offered felicitations and honoured the family of Vishnu Narayanan Namboothiri. A documentary on the poet was also screened as part of the seminar.

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