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President Droupadi Murmu Attends 6th Sahitya AajTak 2024 in New Delhi.

National | Dated: 30 Nov 2024

On 23rd November 2024, Droupadi Murmu, President of India, graced the 6th edition of Sahitya AajTak, a prestigious literary festival organised by India Today Group at the Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium in New Delhi, Delhi.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • - She conferred the AajTak Sahitya Jagriti Lifetime Achievement Award on Padma Bhushan awardee Gulzar (Real name: Sampooran Singh Kalra), the legendary poet, lyricist, and filmmaker, in recognition of his exceptional contributions to Indian literature and cinema.
  • - She also presented the prestigious Aaj Tak Sahitya Jagriti Samman Awards, recognising the outstanding contributions of established luminaries and emerging talents in the literary award.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • (i) These awards were introduced in 2023 by India Today Group in collaboration with the Jagriti Foundation as part of "Sahitya AajTak".
  • (ii) The recipient of the prestigious AajTak Sahitya Jagriti Lifetime Achievement Award received a cash prize of Rs 11 lakh, a commemorative plaque, and a citation.
  • (iii) While, other winners received monetary prizes ranging from Rs 50,000 to Rs 1 lakh alongside commemorative plaques and citations.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Recently, who attended the 6th Sahitya AajTak 2024 in New Delhi?

Correct Answer: Droupadi Murmu

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