Tamil Wiki - Thooran Award
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Tamil Wiki - Thooran Award : An annual award given by Tamil Wiki Internet Encyclopedia to those who have made notable contributions in the fields of culture and literature. This award is given in memory of Periyasamy Thooran, creator of Tamil Encyclopedia.
History
"Tamil Wiki Internet Encyclopedia", which is developed and maintained by Vishnupuram Literary Circle started giving this award from year 2022. Individuals below fifty years of age who have made notable overall contributions in the fields of culture and literature are considered for this award. This award is given in memory of Periyasamy Thooran, creator of Tamil Encyclopedia.
Award
The award includes Two lakhs rupees and a sculpture
Recipients
- 2022 Karasur Padmabharathi (Anthropologist)
- 2023 Mu. Elangovan (Cultural Researcher)
- 2023 S.J. Sivashankar (Regional Cultural Researcher) (Special Award)
