The Punjab government has launched a new literary award in the name of Padmashri poet and litterateur Dr. Surjit Patar. It has been named “Dr. Surjit Patar Youth Literature Award”. This award was given to young writers who have made outstanding contribution in the field of literature
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CM Bhagwant Mann had announced to start a new literary award in his name after the death of Dr. Surjeet Patar. CM Mann attended the last visit of Dr. Surjeet Patar and also gave a shoulder to his bier.
Application process and conditions
- Last date of application – 30 April
- Eligibility – Any student living or studying in any corner of the world can apply.
- Age limit – less than 25 years
- Educational Eligibility – Need to be a student of any university, college or school.
Required documents ,
- To join the competition, one has to apply with four books.
- Only those books will be included, which have been published in the year 2024.
- School, college or university will have to give a certificate of originality of books.
- The Punjab Language Department will ensure that no book is objectionable.
CM Bhagwant Mann himself attended the final of Surjeet Patar.
Punjab CM announced the award
Surjeet Patar died on May 11, 2024, 79 years old. At that time, Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann announced that a Patar Award will be given every year in the name of Surjit Patar. This award will be given to emerging poets. The award will be from 8th grade to graduation level. The winner of the Patar Award will be presented 1 lakh rupees and a memorial symbol every year. This award will be led by the Language Department.