Dehradun, Sept. 7 -- Well known short story writer in Hindi, Kusum Bhatt was felicitated today with the 'Aarambh' honour at a ceremony where the magazine Aarambh was also launched. The event, held at a hotel near Rispana, was presided over by Professor Dr. DR Purohit, who said the magazine would provide a platform for writers and encourage new literary expression. Nandkishore Hatwal remarked that it is heartening to see Ishaan Purohit, essentially a scientist, showing keen interest in literature.

Chief guest Ganesh Khugshal Gani observed that the publication of Aarambh offers an opportunity to understand Hindi and regional languages together. Accepting the honour conferred upon her, Kusum Bhatt said that while writing the focus should on...