Kunwar Viyogi Sahitya-Kala Samman
Instituted in 2019 by the Kunwar Viyogi Memorial Trust, this Samman is presented to cultural figures whose work keeps Dogri alive, vibrant and available to the world — recognising outstanding contribution to Dogri literature, art, and culture.
Prize
₹ 50,000
Includes
Medallion, Shawl & Citation
Instituted by
Kunwar Viyogi Memorial Trust
Established
2019
Recipients
2020
Sh. Ved Rahi
Nationally and internationally recognised author writing in Dogri, Hindi, and Urdu. Authored over fifteen works spanning novels, short stories, poetry, plays, and essays. Sahitya Akademi Award 1983 for short story collection Aale. Known for the landmark television series Gul, Gulshan, Gulfaam.
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