Rastriya Samachar Samiti (RSS)’s photojournalist Ratna Krishna Shrestha has been honoured amid a programme here today.
The Madhyapur Communication Society feted photojournalist Shrestha with the ‘Themmring Journalism Award’ for his role in introducing Madhyapur Thimi’s arts and culture to the wider society through the medium of photojournalism.
He was honoured by 96-year-old Guru of culture, art, and musical instruments, Shree Gopal Prajapation, The award carries a purse of Rs 5,000 and a letter of appreciation. The journalist was awarded on the occasion of the 5th general convention and 12th annual general meeting of the Society.
Also feted in the programme was former mayor of Madhyapur Thimi Municipality, Madan Sundar Shrestha, for his significant role in the conservation and promotion of tangible and intangible arts, and cultures of Madhyapur Thimi.
On the occasion, feted journalist Shrestha handed over Rs 10,000 for the revolving fund of the Society.
Source: National News Agency RSS