On March 18, we had the privilege of attending the 98th birth anniversary celebration of the visionary writer Shankar Lamichhane. The event was not just a tribute to his literary brilliance but also a moment to recognize and encourage the power of words through the inauguration of a book dedicated to him. To celebrate the essence of literature and its impact, awards were presented in three categories: ???? Shankar Lamichhane Senior Essayist Award (Rs. 50,000) โ Mr. Bijay Chalise ???? Shankar Lamichhane Youth Essayist Award (Rs. 25,000) โ Mr. Paras Prakash Nepal ???? Award for Editing the Shankar Lamichhane Book โ Mr. Pawan Alok Daya Foundation was honored to sponsor the monetary prizes for these remarkable awardees, reinforcing our belief that literature shapes minds, fuels ideas, and preserves culture.