Kathmandu, June 24: National Poetry Festival was organised on the occasion of the 43rd anniversary of Royal Nepal Academy (RNA) here the other day.
Seventy poems were selected for the festival.
On the occasion, Raj Parishad Standing Committee chairman Dr. Keshar Jung Rayamajhi said the creation of poets helps to transform the society.
RNA Vice Chancellor Mohan Koirala presented long service medal and Rs. 2,000 to deputy dance director Laxmi Shrestha and service medals and Rs. 1,000 each to Sangit Sharma and Chhabilal Gandharba.
Poet Tulsi Diwas presided.