The book launch of the Hindi translation “Aakhir Kab Tak?” was held grandly on April 4 at 6:00 PM at the Public Library, Dwarakanagar, Visakhapatnam, under the joint aegis of V.Sa. 1971 and Hindi Sahitya Bharati.
The program was presided over by Sri Sekharamantri Prabhakar Rao, President of Sahridaya Sahiti. The Chief Guest, noted litterateur and Kalaratna awardee Dr. Damera Venkata Suryarao, formally released the book.
The work is a Hindi translation of the Telugu short story collection “Goranta Deepam”, written in the 1970s by Sri Mallapragada Ramarao, and translated by Dr. P. K. Jayalakshmi, PRO, St. Joseph’s College and former Hindi Acharya. On the occasion, Dr. Suryarao introduced the stories and spoke about their literary significance.
The original author Sri Mallapragada Ramarao explained the background and inspiration behind his stories.
In his presidential address, Sri Prabhakar Rao emphasized the importance of translation literature in bridging linguistic and cultural gaps.
Dr. S. Krishna Babu, Honorary President of Hindi Sahitya Bharati, presented a critical review of the book and appreciated the translation. He remarked that Dr. P. K. Jayalakshmi’s translation style is simple, precise, and preserves the depth and essence of the original Telugu work while rendering it effectively into Hindi.
In her response, Dr. P. K. Jayalakshmi stated that she made sincere efforts to retain the original spirit of the text and expressed hope that the work would reach and resonate with Hindi readers.
The guests were felicitated during the program. The event commenced with a welcome address by Sri Adari Ganeswara Rao, Co-organizer of V.Sa. 1971, and concluded with a vote of thanks by Sri Ghandikota Viswanatham.
The program was attended by Dr. Rajashekhar, Radharani, Pruthvila, students of St. Joseph’s College, and a large number of literature enthusiasts.
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