The Prathama Vishwa Kannada Sammelana, held in 1985, was a landmark event that brought the cultural and literary grandeur of Karnataka to the international stage. This historic World Kannada Conference was a prestigious gathering of eminent Kannada poets, writers, intellectuals, and artists, celebrating the rich linguistic and artistic heritage of Karnataka.
The event was graced by legendary literary figures like Kuvempu and Shivarama Karanth, both recipients of the Jnanpith Award and renowned for their unparalleled contributions to Kannada literature. Alongside them, the legendary Kannada film icon Dr. Rajkumar, a symbol of Karnataka’s cinematic and cultural pride, also participated, making the conference a momentous occasion for Kannada-speaking people worldwide.
At a time when globalization was beginning to shape regional identities, the Prathama Vishwa Kannada Sammelana played a crucial role in reinforcing Kannada language, literature, and arts on an international platform. The event showcased the depth and richness of Karnataka’s literary traditions, fostering a sense of pride and unity among Kannada speakers across the globe. It also served as an inspiration for future global Kannada conferences, ensuring that the language and culture continued to thrive in an evolving world.
Even today, the 1985 Prathama Vishwa Kannada Sammelana is remembered as a milestone in Karnataka’s cultural history—an event that solidified Kannada’s global presence and honored the legends who shaped its legacy.
The Prathama Vishwa Kannada Sammelana, held in 1985, was a landmark event that brought the cultural and literary grandeur of Karnataka to the international stage. This historic World Kannada Conference was a prestigious gathering of eminent Kannada poets, writers, intellectuals, and artists, celebrating the rich linguistic and artistic heritage of Karnataka.
The event was graced by legendary literary figures like Kuvempu and Shivarama Karanth, both recipients of the Jnanpith Award and renowned for their unparalleled contributions to Kannada literature. Alongside them, the legendary Kannada film icon Dr. Rajkumar, a symbol of Karnataka’s cinematic and cultural pride, also participated, making the conference a momentous occasion for Kannada-speaking people worldwide.
At a time when globalization was beginning to shape regional identities, the Prathama Vishwa Kannada Sammelana played a crucial role in reinforcing Kannada language, literature, and arts on an international platform. The event showcased the depth and richness of Karnataka’s literary traditions, fostering a sense of pride and unity among Kannada speakers across the globe. It also served as an inspiration for future global Kannada conferences, ensuring that the language and culture continued to thrive in an evolving world.
Even today, the 1985 Prathama Vishwa Kannada Sammelana is remembered as a milestone in Karnataka’s cultural history—an event that solidified Kannada’s global presence and honored the legends who shaped its legacy.
