Two creators, one voice
Summary
Rajendra Bimal and Durga Lal Shrestha, both Jagadamba-Shree Award recipients, are remembered for speeches that reflect on Nepali identity, inclusive literature, and equal rights for all communities. Their views emphasize a Nepal united by linguistic diversity and cultural harmony.
Key Points
- Nepali literature lost Rajendra Bimal and Durga Lal Shrestha within five days of each other in August.
- Both writers had received the Jagadamba-Shree Award, Bimal in 2010 and Shrestha the following year.
- Bimal said being Nepali means having all of Nepal in one’s heart and called for exchange among the country’s languages and literatures.
- Shrestha stressed equal rights for every community and said Nepal will truly become Nepal only when all cultures can flourish.
