Archive · 26 Oct 2025
Tulu Sahitya Academy Honors Literary Stalwarts
A special event was held in Mangaluru to remember two important people.
One wrote stories in Kannada that were about Tulu culture.
She was praised for her smart ideas and understanding of Tulu culture.
The other person was known for using Yakshagana to promote the Tulu language.
People talked about their work, how they helped the culture, and suggested that their works be published and translated so everyone can read them.
Many people came to show their respect.
The Karnataka Tulu Sahitya Academy organized a tribute program.
The event honored writers Lalita Rai and Bhagavath Dinesh Ammannaya.
Prof. Viveka Rai described Lalita Rai's works as reflecting Tulu ethos.
Dinesh Ammannaya was recognized for contributions to Yakshagana.
Speakers urged for the publication and translation of the writers' works.
- Who
- Karnataka Tulu Sahitya Academy, Prof. Viveka Rai, and others
- What
- Condolence and tribute program to honor Lalita Rai and Bhagavath Dinesh Ammannaya
- When
- Saturday
- Where
- Mangaluru
- Why
- To commemorate the contributions of Lalita Rai and Dinesh Ammannaya
- Event Type
- Condolence and tribute program
- Organized by
- Karnataka Tulu Sahitya Academy
- Key Figures Honored
- Lalita Rai and Bhagavath Dinesh Ammannaya
- Venue
- Mangaluru