{"id":18539,"date":"2024-11-13T10:30:21","date_gmt":"2024-11-13T10:30:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wordpress-1147733-4643473.cloudwaysapps.com\/?p=18539"},"modified":"2024-11-13T10:30:23","modified_gmt":"2024-11-13T10:30:23","slug":"anish-kanjilal-wins-utkarsha-samman-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rvrising.com\/blogs\/news\/india\/anish-kanjilal-wins-utkarsha-samman-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"Anish Kanjilal : wins Utkarsha Samman 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Renowned poet, educator, and speaker Anish Kanjilal was recently honored with the prestigious UTKARSHA SAMMAN Achiever Award at Rabindra Sadan on October 21, 2024. This recognition is a testament to his invaluable contributions to Indian literature and education. The award ceremony and felicitation was chaired&nbsp; by artists Rupa Dutta Chowdhury and Pranati Saha&nbsp; and was presided by Ashis Basak , charter president&nbsp; and chairperson&nbsp; @ Rotary club @ lions club, Kolkata.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The event marked the press release&nbsp; of five anthologies featuring Kanjilal&#8217;s works as celebrated pieces.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tender Tides (publisher: Thoughts hymn)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Born to thrive (publisher: Ukiyoto)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sky is the limit (Publisher: Blue cloud)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bud of poetry (publisher : Manda)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Verses in the sand (publisher&nbsp; : Wisdom Roots)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Early Life and Education<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Born on June 23, 1976, in Kolkata, India, Anish Kanjilal\u2019s fascination with literature and philosophy began at an early age. He pursued his education at St. Mary\u2019s School, Vidyasagar College, Calcutta University, and Indira Gandhi National University, eventually earning a Postgraduate Diploma in Communication and Programming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Professional Life<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As Director and Senior Lecturer at Educare The Institute in Kolkata, Kanjilal has significantly influenced the educational landscape. His dedication to teaching has seamlessly blended with his poetic endeavours, earning him notable recognition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Literary Contributions<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kanjilal\u2019s poetry collections, \u201cFateless 13\u201d and \u201c11 Oracles,\u201d have garnered widespread acclaim. \u201cFateless 13\u201d explores life\u2019s complexities, navigating the spectrum of human emotions. \u201c11 Oracles\u201d delves into philosophical and existential realms, illuminating hidden truths.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Writing Philosophy and Inspiration<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kanjilal views poetry as a bridge between the mundane and divine. His work reflects simplicity, authenticity, and a commitment to connecting with readers emotionally and intellectually. Influenced by Robert Frost and Sylvia Plath, Kanjilal crafts poetry that resonates deeply.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Awards and Recognition<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Anish Kanjilal\u2019s outstanding literary contributions have been formally acknowledged through several prestigious awards and recognitions. Notably, he received the Rajasthan Patrika Literary Award in 2009, a testament to his early accomplishments. More recently, Kanjilal was honored with the Best Poet of the Year Award at the 2024 Kolkata Literary Carnival, solidifying his position as a leading voice in Indian poetry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Further recognition came in 2024 when he was bestowed the Shiksha Sagar Samman award by the National Education Forum, Government of India, highlighting his impact on education and literature. Additionally, Kanjilal\u2019s work was showcased at the esteemed Caf\u00e9 Po\u00e9sie at Alliance Fran\u00e7aise du Bengale in 2024, demonstrating his growing international presence. These accolades underscore Kanjilal\u2019s dedication to his craft and his significant influence on contemporary literature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Future Projects<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kanjilal is working on a novel and his third poetry volume, \u201cHerculean 12,\u201d exploring themes of resilience and strength.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Online Presence<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Connect with Anish Kanjilal on social media:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Facebook: Anish Kanjilal<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Twitter: @fateless13<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Instagram: @anish_kanjilal<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Published Works<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Anish Kanjilal\u2019s published works are widely available across various digital platforms, making his literature accessible to a global audience. His books can be found on leading online marketplaces such as Flipkart and Amazon, as well as prominent e-book and audiobook platforms including Storytel, Kobo, My Audiobits, Bookmate, and Overdrive. This extensive availability ensures that readers from diverse backgrounds and locations can easily explore and engage with Kanjilal\u2019s thought-provoking poetry and writings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Anish Kanjilal\u2019s remarkable journey underscores his profound impact on Indian literature. His work continues to inspire, offering insights into the human condition and the eternal quest for meaning.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Renowned poet, educator, and speaker Anish Kanjilal was recently honored with the prestigious UTKARSHA SAMMAN Achiever Award at Rabindra Sadan on October 21, 2024. This recognition is a testament to his invaluable contributions to Indian literature and education. The award ceremony and felicitation was chaired&nbsp; by artists Rupa Dutta Chowdhury and Pranati Saha&nbsp; and was [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":18542,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[205],"tags":[631,2975,2978,2985,2984,1866,488,2979,2983,2981,2986,2974,2973,2976,2980,2977,2982],"class_list":["post-18539","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-india","tag-anish-kanjilal","tag-ashis-basak","tag-blue-cloud","tag-calcutta-university","tag-diploma-in-communication","tag-early-life","tag-education","tag-kanjilals-work","tag-literary-contributions","tag-online-presence","tag-philosophy","tag-pranati-saha","tag-rabindra-sadan","tag-rupa-dutta-chowdhury","tag-ukiyoto","tag-utkarsha-samman-2024","tag-writing-philosophy"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/rvrising.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/18539","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/rvrising.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/rvrising.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rvrising.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/6"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rvrising.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=18539"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/rvrising.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/18539\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rvrising.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/18542"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/rvrising.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=18539"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rvrising.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=18539"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rvrising.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=18539"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}