BY A STAFF REPORTER,Kathmandu, Sept. 17 : A literary event titled ‘Short Poems Special’ organised in collaboration with Bartaman Kabita Samuha and Shabdankur Monthly recently created an artistic vibration at Kirateshowre of Gaurighat. The 'Short Poems Special' not only celebrated the art of poetry but also reaffirmed the vibrant literary spirit of Kathmandu, promising more such enriching experiences in the days to come.
The event featured 22 prominent poets, and each of them recited short poems reflecting a range of themes, from introspective musings to societal critiques. The programme also saw the official release of the Shabdankur Monthly Green Poetry Special, which had been highly anticipated in the literary community. Among the participating poets were several acclaimed names in the Nepali literature.
Manjul opened the event with a metaphorical piece that used the image of a tunnel to symbolise overcoming life’s darkness and finding hope at the other end. Shyamal's recitation explored the complex dynamics of vilification and deification, shedding light on the intricate dance between reverence and condemnation. Murari Sigdel's poignant critique addressed the superficial promises of religious and political figures, while Prollas Sindhuliya's reflections on materialism resonated deeply, questioning the price of wealth on true values.
Avaya Shrestha's poem Lumanti, which means memory in Nepal Bhasa, threw satire at the hypocrisy of present-day political anomalies, sign.