Seminar in Tiruvalla examines the literary legacy of Vishnu Narayanan Namboothiri
The event featured a keynote address by Kannada writer Jayanth Kaikini and a documentary screening about the poet.
A literary seminar focused on the poetry of Vishnu Narayanan Namboothiri took place in Tiruvalla on Saturday, according to The Hindu.
Poet Prabha Varma inaugurated the seminar and described Namboothiri as a major poet who brought the richness of Kerala’s literary tradition to a global audience using modern perspectives.
The function was presided over by K.P. Ramanunni, the convener of the Sahitya Akademi advisory committee. Central Sahitya Akademi Secretary Varun Gulati gave the introductory address, while Kannada writer Jayanth Kaikini delivered the keynote.
Blessy, a filmmaker and chairman of the Kazhcha Charitable Trust, attended as the chief guest. MLA Varghese Mamman offered felicitations and honoured the family of the poet.
The seminar also included a screening of a documentary about Vishnu Narayanan Namboothiri.