F.G. Halakatti's contribution to Vachana literature remembered
He was speaking at the birth anniversary programme of Halakatti organised at the Kannada and Culture Department office in Karnataka's Mandya district.
'This year marks the 145th birth anniversary of Halakatti, and his contributions to Kannada vachanas, literature, and translations are immense,' he said.
Mr. Nandeesh added that schools and colleges in the district have been called upon to celebrate Halakatti's birth anniversary and introduce students to the writer's life, principles, and ideals.
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