Innu, a Malayalam language literary magazine, was awarded the Limca Book of Records Award in 2017 for being the longest-running independent literary magazine in Kerala. The magazine was founded in 1996 by writer and poet K.P. Shajan, and it has since published over 100 issues. Innu is known for its high-quality content and its commitment to promoting Malayalam literature. The magazine has won numerous awards, including the Kerala Sahitya Akademi Award and the Kendra Sahitya Akademi Award.
The Limca Book of Records Award is a prestigious award that is given to individuals and organizations that have achieved outstanding achievements in a variety of fields. The award is named after the Limca soft drink, and it has been awarded since 1975. Innu is the first literary magazine to receive the Limca Book of Records Award.
The award is a testament to the hard work and dedication of K.P. Shajan and the Innu team. The magazine has played a significant role in promoting Malayalam literature, and it is a valuable resource for Malayalam readers.
Here are some of the achievements of Innu magazine:
- Longest-running independent literary magazine in Kerala
- Won over 100 awards, including the Kerala Sahitya Akademi Award and the Kendra Sahitya Akademi Award
- Received the Limca Book of Records Award in 2017
- Promotes Malayalam literature and culture
- Provides a platform for new and upcoming writers
- Is a valuable resource for Malayalam readers