195th Bhanu Jayanti observed
The nation marked the 195th Bhanu Jayanti, the birth anniversary of
Aadikavi (first poet) Bhanu Bhakta Acharya by acknowledging the immense
contribution he has made to Nepali language and literature.
The literary community, scholars, students, linguists and his admirers
alike remembered the great bard by organizing various programmes in his
honor.
Like in previous years, life-size statues of the late poet were unveiled
and garlands and flowers were put on it in various parts of the country.
Similarly, like every year, Aadikavi Bhanu Bhakta Foundation put flowers
and garlanded the statue of Bhanubhakta in front of Ranipokhari today by
organising a ceremony in his memory.
The foundation also awarded Adikavi Bhanubhakta Award to noted
educationist Angur Baba Joshi for her contribution to Nepal's education
sector.
Schools across the country also celebrate this day by organizing poetry
contest among the students and giving away prizes for academic excellence.
Born in Chudiramgha, Tanahun district some two centuries ago, Aadikavi,
Bhanubhakta Acharya was the first to translate the epic Ramayana from
Sanskrit to generally understood Nepali language, thus hugely contributing
to building the foundation of Nepali literature through many of his epics
and poems. He is revered not only in Nepal but also beyond the national
frontiers in Darjeeling, Sikkim, Deheradun where there is a significant
Nepali presence. Bhanu Jayanti is celebrated with much fanfare and
enthusiasm especially in Darjeeling where the poet is considered the
epitome of Nepali language and culture. nepalnews.com July 13 08
