33rd Umesh Dobhal Memorial Awards: Celebrating Courage, Culture, and Commitment: Media Summary
- Alok Uniyal
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Almora, March 25 — The 33rd Umesh Dobhal Memorial Award ceremony concluded on a meaningful note, bringing together journalists, artists, environmentalists, and young achievers under one roof to celebrate dedication, truth, and public service.
Organized by the Umesh Dobhal Memorial Trust at the District Panchayat Auditorium in Almora, the two-day event honored individuals whose work reflects integrity, creativity, and a deep commitment to society—values that defined the life of Umesh Dobhal.
Honoring Excellence Across Fields
The Umesh Dobhal Memorial Award 2025 was presented to Kapilesh Bhoj for his outstanding contribution to literature. His work stands as a testament to thoughtful expression and social awareness, inspiring many in the literary community.
Recognizing efforts toward environmental conservation, the Rajendra Rawat ‘Raju’ Memorial Jansarokar Award was awarded to Kishan Singh Malda, a passionate environmentalist known for his dedication to tree plantation and ecological preservation.
The Girish Tiwari ‘Girda’ Memorial Jan Kavi Award went to noted theatre artist Yamuna Ram, whose socially relevant plays and people-centric songs have amplified grassroots voices and cultural consciousness.
Recognizing Media and Young Talent
In the field of journalism:
The Electronic Media Award was conferred upon Vijay Rawat from Vijaypath News
The Print Media Award was presented to Raju Sajwan
Encouraging young talent, the trust also honored promising students:
Bhuvneshwari Joshi Talent Award (Girls): Monika Panwar (Tehri Garhwal)
Anirudh Joshi Talent Award (Boys): Karan Raj (Pauri Garhwal)
A Tribute to Fearless Journalism
The ceremony was graced by eminent personalities including Govind Pant Raju, Prof. Shekhar Pathak, Rajeev Lochan Sah, and noted theatre artist Zuhur Alam, among others.
Speakers reflected on the legacy of Umesh Dobhal, emphasizing how his courage and commitment to truth continue to inspire journalists and citizens alike. His sacrifice was remembered not just as an event of the past, but as a guiding force for those who believe in speaking truth to power.
Keeping the Spirit Alive
The event concluded with a heartfelt vote of thanks by organizing committee member Ramesh Joshi, acknowledging the presence of journalists, social workers, and community members who made the event a success.
More than just an award ceremony, the Umesh Dobhal Memorial Awards serve as a reminder—that courage, honesty, and dedication to society still matter. In honoring such individuals, the legacy of Umesh Dobhal lives on, inspiring future generations to stand firm for truth and justice.
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