Maithili writer invited to Red Fort I-Day event
Madhubani: Young Maithili author Gunjan Shri has been invited as a special guest to the prestigious
at the Red Fort in New Delhi on Aug 15. His invitation comes under the Yuva Lekhak Yojana (Young Author Mentorship Scheme), an initiative of the ministry of defence and the ministry of education, implemented through the National Book Trust (NBT).
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A resident of Ramnagar village in the Benipatti subdivision of Madhubani district, Gunjan was selected from among 100 young authors writing in 22 Indian languages. His father, Kamal Mohan 'Chunnu', is also a notable figure in contemporary Maithili literature.
Gunjan's literary contributions have been widely appreciated. His works include 'Premak Timeline', 'Tarhatthi Par Samay' and 'Bhartiya Swatantrata Andolan Mein Dalit Samaj Ka Yogdan'.
His travelogue, 'Marsi', was published under the Yatra Books imprint. Earlier, Gunjan represented Maithili literature at a special function held at Rashtrapati Bhavan and has participated in literary events and seminars across 22 countries, promoting Indian languages and culture on the global stage.
Reacting to the honour, Gunjan said, "I am grateful to the Centre for this recognition. It is a matter of immense pride to represent the Maithili language and culture on such a significant national platform." His achievement has been widely celebrated not only in Maithili-speaking regions but across the country, where he is regarded as a symbol of young India's literary promise and cultural richness.
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