Kathmandu:Cultural Expert Prof. Dr. Beena Paudyal is set to be honored with the ‘Dandapani-Nandakumari Arzyal National Award-2083 BS’ for her significant contributions to the study and research of original culture, religious traditions, historical heritage, and art.
According to National News Agency Nepal, the Dandapani Arjyal Memorial Centre in Kathmandu has announced that the award, which carries a monetary value of Rs 50,000, will be presented during a talent award ceremony on November 10 in Kathmandu.
Kapil Chandra Khanal, the general secretary of the centre, stated that a meeting of the working committee held on October 30 resolved to present Paudyal with a certificate as part of the honor. The centre annually acknowledges individuals who have made notable contributions to national issues encompassing culture, art, philosophy, history, language, and literature. Previous recipients of this award include Professor Gyanmani Nepal, Prof. Dineshraj Pant, Cultural Expert Satyamohan Joshi, Prof. Dr. Sureshraj Sharma, Prof. Madanmani Dixit, among others.
The Dandapani Arjyal Memorial Centre was founded in Kathmandu in 2062 BS to commemorate Dandapani Arjyal, who made significant contributions to the history, culture, education, and social service in Gorkha.