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Yakshamangal Award honours contributors to Yakshagana

Mangaluru: The Yakshamangal Award ceremony held on Friday, presented awards to Ramananda Banari, Prof ML Samaga, and Siddakatte Sadashiva Shettigar for their contributions to Yakshagana. Addressing the gathering, Dr Talluru Shivaram Shetty, chairman of the Karnataka Yakshagana Academy, emphasised the importance of preserving the tradition of Yakshagana. He noted that while many traditional arts face challenges due to neglect by the new generation, Yakshagana is thriving due to the interest and support of professionals such as engineers, doctors, and teachers. He urged educated individuals to not only preserve the tradition but also bring creativity to the art form. The Yakshamangal Award for 2024-25 was presented to Banari and Samaga for their contributions to the study and promotion of Yakshagana. Shettigar was recognised for his artistic contributions, particularly in the realm of 'Bannada Vesha' (colourful costumes). Ashoka Hasyagara's book 'Dasharopakagala Dashavatara' was awarded the best book on Yakshagana. Prof K Chinnappa Gowda praised the awardees for their contributions to Yakshagana. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trekking pants for mountain sports and adventure travel Trek Kit India Shop Now Undo Mangalore University registrar Raju Mogaveera emphasised the need to introduce Yakshagana in various universities across the state. Vice-chancellor PL Dharma presided over the ceremony and highlighted the unique qualities of Yakshagana that bring people together. YKM director Dhananjaya Kumble made introductory remarks. The ceremony included Yakshagana performances, including a 'Ganapati Kautuka' (a traditional prelude) and a rendition of 'Abhinandana Geeta' (a song of appreciation) composed by Deevith Sridhar Kotian. The event concluded with a vote of thanks by Sathish Konaje, research officer of the Yakshagana Study Centre.