Who received the Kuvempu National Award 2025?

The 2025 Kuvempu National Award was presented to Konkani and Marathi writer Mahabaleshwar Sail.

Where was the Kuvempu National Award ceremony held?

The award ceremony took place in Kuppalli, near Thirthahalli, the birthplace of poet Kuvempu.

What other event happened during the Kuvempu award ceremony?

A 2026 calendar based on Kuvempu's work 'Bommanahalli Kindarijogi', marking its centenary, was released.

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Sail Honored with Kuvempu Award in Kuppalli

29 Dec, 2025

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Summary

Mahabaleshwar Sail received the 2025 Kuvempu National Award for his literary contributions.
The award ceremony took place in Kuppalli, the birthplace of poet Kuvempu.
Kuvempu University's calendar for 2026 featured his work 'Bommanahalli Kindarijogi'.

Sail Honored with Kuvempu Award in Kuppalli

The Kuvempu National Award 2025 was presented to bilingual writer Mahabaleshwar Sail in Kuppalli on the occasion of poet Kuvempu's 121st birth anniversary. The ceremony highlighted Kuvempu's ideals of universal humanism, rationalism, and love for the Kannada language, noting his significant contribution to Kannada literature.

State minister S Madhu Bangarappa spoke about Kuvempu's legacy and announced government support for initiatives promoting his works, including their integration into the school curriculum. He also referenced the late CM S Bangarappa's efforts in honoring literary figures with the Karnataka Ratna award.

Mahabaleshwar Sail expressed his deep gratitude, regarding Kuvempu as a timeless inspiration. The event also marked the release of a 2026 calendar inspired by Kuvempu's work 'Bommanahalli Kindarijogi', commemorating its centenary.