Nepal, June 5 -- President Ramchandra Paudel has said that our language, literature and culture are our original identity and pride.

Addressing the programme held here today on the occasion of the 115th birth anniversary of Yugkavi Siddhicharan Shrestha, he mentioned that literary creation is not only an expression of emotion but also an important medium to make society conscious, aware, and sensitive.

"This contributes significantly to our society, public life, democratic values, transformation, change, patriotism, and social justice, inspiring a civilised and cultured society. Moreover, I believe literature has the capacity to connect society, raise awareness, and advance towards a brighter future," the President said.

He recalled t...