Writer-Photographer D.G. Mallikarjuna has been chosen for this year's Kamat Literary Award for his pioneering work "Click".
The Krishnanand Kamat Award carries Rs. 25,000 cash award, a plaque and other honors. The award will be given in a special function in Bengaluru on November 18th.
Kamat Award Winner -- D.G. Mallikarjuna
"There cannot be a more deserving work of 2011 or a candidate for Kamat Memorial Award", Dr. M. Byregowda, the publisher of "Click" said, congratulating the young author, who already an accomplished photographer.
"In the process of recognizing Sri Mallikarjun, we honor my father, who had a similar, learning approach to life and creative interests" -- Krishanand Kamat's son Vikas Kamat said. " It is like awarding ourseleves!"
Congratulations to D.G. Mallikarjuna and hope his experience and maturity will enrich the Kannada Language and Culture in the coming years!
