4 Renowned Writers Receives 'Chintasutra Literary Award'

Desk Report

Published: 14 Dec 2024, 04:44 pm

Guests with the award recipients || Photo: Collected

Guests with the award recipients || Photo: Collected

The Chintasutra Literary Award-2024 was presented to four essayists, fiction writers, poets, and editors of small magazines. The awardees were Rokibul Hasan in the essay category, Akimun Rahman in fiction, Aktar Hossain in poetry, and Nahida Ashrafi, editor of 'Jolodhi' magazine, in the small magazine editing category.

The awards were presented at an event held on Friday evening, December 13, at the Abasar Bhaban in Dhanmondi, Dhaka.

The chief guest of the ceremony was renowned fiction writer Rofiqul Rashid, and the program was chaired by poet, organizer, and small magazine editor Mahmud Kamal. The event was hosted by popular fiction writer and TV presenter Moni Haider. The welcoming speech was given by the convener of the award committee and literary figure Kobir Alomgir.

During the event, the guests discussed and evaluated the creative works of the awardees. They also advised on maintaining the continuity of the Chintasutra Literary Award.

After receiving the award, the winners shared their feelings. The event featured performances of poetry, songs, and dance by renowned poets and reciters, along with a group of students from the Bangla Department of Prime University.

It is worth mentioning that Chintasutra Web Magazine was established in September 2015 to promote arts, literature, and culture. The magazine focuses on pure literary practices, nurturing new writers, and creating a platform for both young and experienced writers to come together. The Chintasutra Literary Award was introduced in 2021 to recognize contributions to various branches of literature. Each awardee is given a crest, scarf, and certificate.

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