Ma. Aranganathan Literary Award – Explanation

Introduction

Ma. Aranganathan Literary Award is presented in memory of Ma. Aranganathan
Presented by: Munril Literary Organization
Established in: 2018
Award date: Every year on April 16

2026 Award Winners

1. Ki. Vittal Rao
Literary Contributions:
100+ short stories
5 novellas
12 novels
Film essays, paintings
Career span: ~50 years
Major awards:
Ilakkiya Sindhanai Award
Delhi Sahitya Samman
Jeyakanthan Award

2. Amshan Kumar
Multi-talented personality: Writer + Film Director
Contributions:
Short stories
Plays
Translations
Film essays
Documentaries
Career span: ~50 years
Major awards:
International Film Award
Puducherry Government Award
Sri Lanka National Award
Bharathi Award

Award Details

Prize given:
₹1 lakh each
Selection criteria:
Lifetime literary contribution

Award Ceremony (2026)

Venue: Rani Seethai Hall, Anna Salai, Chennai
Date: April 16, 2026
Presided by:
Supreme Court Judge Arang. Mahadevan

Exam Important Points

Ma. Aranganathan Award – Started in 2018
Presented by – Munril Literary Organization
2026 Awardees:
Ki. Vittal Rao
Amshan Kumar
Prize – ₹1 lakh
Award date – April 16

Short Summary

The Ma. Aranganathan Literary Award for 2026 was given to Ki. Vittal Rao and Amshan Kumar. This award recognizes their long-term contributions to literature and arts.