Dubai: Karnataka’s famous director, actor, screen writer and lyricist Nagathihalli Chandrashekhar unveiled the logo of Madhya Prachya Sahitya Sammelana 2016 here in Dubai. The event will be held at JSS School auditorium, Al Safa, Dubai on September 23.

Madhya Prachya Sahitya Sammelana is a celebration of Kannada art and literature in the presence of guest poets and writers of Karnataka along with non-resident Kannadiga poets. The celebration is headed by Dhwani Pratishtana under the leadership of poet-writer Prakash Payyar.

Speaking on the occasion Nagathihalli Chandrashekhar said, “Kannada is one of the oldest Dravidian languages. Dhwani Pratishtana has really taken a great step to conduct such an event of culture and literature with famous poets of Karnataka. I wish this event to be a grand success”.

He also expressed his feelings about Kannada movies and its literature growth. He further clarified and explained his views for many questions raised by the gathering.

President of Abu Dhabi Karnataka Sangha, Sarvottam Shetty; Director of Reliable Fabricators, James Mendonsa and businessman Devkumar Kambli were present on the dais. They wished all the best to the event and requested all Kannada lovers to attend the beautiful convention of Kannada.

Many Kannadiga based community leaders and other guests were present during the function. President of Dhwani Pratishtana Prakash Payyar welcomed the gathering and Secretary Murugesh Gajare delivered the vote of thanks. Arathi compered the program.