Goa Konkani Academy’s ‘ANANYA’ Presented to Jewish Delegation
Kochi :
In a significant cultural exchange, sahitya academy winner Konkani writer R.S. Bhaskar presented ANANYA, the literary journal of the Goa Konkani Akademi, to Dr. Keneth X Robins, leader of the Jewish delegation from America. The delegation made a historic visit to the Kochi Royal Family at Tripunithura, strengthening cultural and historical ties between Jewish heritage and Indian traditions.
The journal ANANYA holds special significance as it features Konkani translations of Hebrew poems, meticulously rendered by R.S. Bhaskar. This linguistic and literary effort highlights the deep-rooted connections between diverse cultures and showcases the role of literature in fostering global dialogue.
Dr. Robins, a historian and researcher known for his work on Jewish communities in India, expressed appreciation for the journal, recognizing it as an important step in bridging literary traditions between Hebrew and Konkani languages. The event marked a milestone in cultural diplomacy and reinforced Goa’s contributions to the literary and historical discourse surrounding India’s multicultural heritage.
