Bhatta comes up with 'Purkha Ka Paila'
Summary
Jaiballabh Bhatta has launched his reminiscence-based poetic work Purkha Ka Paila in Kathmandu, weaving together memories of his life, ancestors and the social and cultural landscape of Baitadi. Former Prime Minister Jhala Nath Khanal praised the 90-year-old folk poet’s literary creativity, while a new foundation has been announced in honour of Bhatta and his wife Nandadevi.
Key Points
- Purkha Ka Paila, a 78-page poetic work by 90-year-old folk poet Jaiballabh Bhatta of Baitadi, was formally launched in Kathmandu.
- The book blends memories of Bhatta’s life, ancestors and the social-cultural life of far-western Nepal, especially the Kimtoli area of Baitadi.
- Former Prime Minister Jhala Nath Khanal praised Bhatta’s literary energy and said age is no barrier to artistic pursuit.
- Navaraj Bhatta announced the formation of the Nandadevi Jaiballabh Pratishthan in honour of his parents.
