E Santhosh Kumar has been chosen for the Federal Bank Literary Award 2024 for his novel titled ‘Thapomayiyude Achan’. In a function held at the Kerala Literature Festival at Kozhikode, the award was handed over by Josemon P David, Vice President and Regional Head – Kozhikode of Federal Bank, along with a cheque denoting a prize money of Rs 1 Lakh.

The best book was selected after a rigorous process of selection. 5 most popular nominations were evaluated by a judging committee comprising of Benyamin, Fathima E V and Rahul Radhakrishnan.

I am very happy to receive Federal Bank’s Literary Award this year. Addressing diverse themes like contemporary refugee issues made writing this novel a challenging yet rewarding journey. Every recognition the novel receives reaffirms that effort,” said Santhosh Kumar.

Notable writer V J James presided over the function and the vote of thanks was proposed by Bindu M – Deputy Vice President of Federal Bank.

Federal Bank has been contributing to the growth of Kerala State since its inception. Federal Bank Literary Award 2024 has once again highlighted the Bank’s commitment to promoting literary excellence and supporting the cultural heritage of Kerala. The rigorous selection process and the esteemed panel of judges indicate the award’s prestige and credibility. The event at the Kerala Literature Festival was a testament to the vibrant literary community in the region, and Federal Bank’s continued contributions to the growth and development of Kerala State are commendable. This award not only recognizes outstanding literary talent but also inspires future generations of writers to pursue their passion for literature.