Literary gatherings, commemorations, and cultural programs at the memorial.
Annual literary awards instituted by the O.V. Vijayan Smaraka Samiti to honour outstanding contributions to Malayalam fiction.
Best Novel Award
For the best Malayalam novel published in the preceding year. Includes cash prize, citation, and plaque.
Best Short Story Award
For the best Malayalam short story collection published in the preceding year. Includes cash prize, citation, and plaque.
Best Young Writer Award
For outstanding promise by a young writer in Malayalam fiction. Includes cash prize, citation, and plaque.
Past Recipients
A record of literary gatherings, commemorations, and cultural programs held at the memorial.
202114 events
O.V. Vijayan Smrithi Lecture โ 'O.V. Vijayan's Writings and Eras'
Memorial lecture on 'O.V. Vijayan's Writings and Eras' by Sreekantan Karivellur.
'Vazhiyude Darshanikatha' โ 91st Birthday Celebration
Full-day celebration of O.V. Vijayan's 91st birthday featuring inauguration, memorial lectures, Kavyanjali poetry gathering, Kathanjali story gathering, and closing ceremony.
O.V. Vijayan Smrithi Lecture โ 'O.V. Vijayan - Cartoon and Story'
Memorial lecture on 'O.V. Vijayan โ Cartoon and Story' by Dr. Vatsalan Vathussery.
'Swathanthryathinte Amrutha Mahotsavam' โ Independence Celebrations
Week-long programme (April 23 - May 1) celebrating India's freedom movement with competitions for students and the public.
'Tharppanam' โ Death Anniversary Observance 2021
O.V. Vijayan death anniversary observance 'Tharppanam' held at the memorial.
Khasak Installation Camp โ Kerala Lalithakala Academy
Three-day installation art camp held in collaboration with Kerala Lalithakala Academy, March 28-30.
Khasak@50 Quiz Competition
Quiz competition on Khasakkinte Itihasam conducted from March 19 to April 5, 2021.
O.V. Vijayan Sahithya Puraskar 2020 โ Awards Ceremony
O.V. Vijayan Memorial Literary Award 2020 distribution ceremony, inaugurated by Kerala Sahithya Academy President Vaishakhan. Awards distributed by Cultural Affairs Minister.
'Indian Grameenothsavam' โ Tamil Nadu Arts Performances
Tamil Nadu traditional arts performances as part of the memorial's cultural programme.
O.V. Vijayan Smrithi Lecture โ 'O.V. Vijayan's Politics and Fissures of Modernity'
Memorial lecture on 'O.V. Vijayan's Politics and Fissures of Modernity' by Prof. Shaji Jacob.
International Film Festival Official Dinner
Official dinner hosted at the memorial as part of the International Film Festival events.
Khasak@50 Telegram Quiz
Online quiz competition on Khasakkinte Itihasam conducted via Telegram as part of Khasak@50 celebrations. Ran from February 24 to March 20, 2021.
'Utsavam' โ Kerala Traditional Arts Festival
Week-long Kerala traditional arts festival featuring folk performances, music, dance, and cultural programmes. Held from February 20-26, 2021.
Harithvalkaranam โ Tree Planting at Memorial
Tree planting programme at the O.V. Vijayan Memorial complex.
202010 events
National Seminar โ 'Khasak: Five Decades of Reading'
National seminar on 'Khasak: Five Decades of Reading' organised jointly with Little Flower College, Guruvayur.
Writers' Village Construction Inauguration
Inauguration of Writers' Village construction (โน5 Crore, funded by Kerala Tourism Department). Inaugurated by former Chief Minister V.S. Achuthanandan. Includes 8 writers' cottages, 50-bed dormitory, tree houses, open stage, and gardens.
O.V. Vijayan Smrithi Lecture โ 'Khasakinte Thudakkam'
Memorial lecture on 'The Beginning of Khasak' by E.P. Rajagopalan.
O.V. Vijayan Smrithi Lecture โ 'Khasakkinte Aranoottandu'
Memorial lecture on 'Half a Century of Khasak' by Dr. M.G. Shashibhushan.
Khasak@50 Literary & Cartoon Competition Prize Distribution
Prize distribution for the Khasak@50 literary and cartoon competition.
O.V. Vijayan 90th Birthday Celebration (Facebook Live)
Seven-hour Facebook Live programme celebrating O.V. Vijayan's 90th birthday during the COVID pandemic. Featured lectures, readings, and tributes from writers across Kerala.
National Seminar โ 'Landscape and Novel'
Two-day national seminar on 'Landscape and Novel', exploring the relationship between geography, environment, and fiction.
Khasak Memorial Gateway & Thasrak Photo Gallery Inauguration
Inauguration of the Khasak Memorial Gateway (with mural relief) and Thasrak Photo Gallery by Cultural Minister A.K. Balan.
Photography Competition Prize Distribution
Prize distribution ceremony for the Khasak@50 photography competition.
Khasak@50 Golden Jubilee Celebration โ Singapore
Khasakkinte Itihasam Golden Jubilee celebration held in Singapore, bringing the Khasak@50 celebrations to the international stage.
201938 events
Khasak Kudumba Shree Canteen Inauguration
Inauguration of the Khasak Kudumba Shree canteen at the memorial complex.
Khasak@50 Seminar โ Thunchath Ezhuthachan Malayalam University
Khasak@50 seminar at Thunchath Ezhuthachan Malayalam University, Tirur.
Khasak@50 Seminar โ Government College, Attingal
Khasak@50 one-day seminar at Government College, Attingal.
Khasak Drama Festival (Two Days)
Two-day drama festival organised jointly with Kerala Sangeetha Nataka Academy as part of Khasak@50.
Foundation Stone โ Sabari Ashram
Foundation stone laying ceremony at the historic Sabari Ashram.
Aksharapooja โ Vidyarambham Ceremony
Traditional Vidyarambham ceremony for children at the memorial, initiating them into the world of letters.
Novel Workshop with DC Books
Three-day novel workshop jointly organised by O.V. Vijayan Smaraka Samiti and DC Books as part of Khasak@50.
Khasak@50 Seminar โ Kodur University
One-day seminar on Khasakkinte Itihasam at Kodur University Malayalam Department as part of Khasak@50 celebrations.
Khasak@50 Seminar โ Govt. Women's College, Thiruvananthapuram
Khasak@50 one-day seminar at Government Women's College, Thiruvananthapuram.
New Photography Gallery Inauguration
Inauguration of the new photography gallery at the memorial complex as part of Khasak@50 celebrations.
Novel Pictorial Gallery Inauguration
Inauguration of the novel pictorial representation gallery by Kerala Lalithakala Academy Chairman Nemom Pushparaj, as part of Khasak@50 celebrations.
O.V. Vijayan Smrithi Lecture โ 'Khasakile Aadya Lipika'
Monthly memorial lecture on 'The First Inscription of Khasak' by Prof. V. Madhusoodanan Nair.
O.V. Vijayan Smrithi Gifts Release
Release of O.V. Vijayan Smrithi gifts, inaugurated by Kerala Sangeetha Nataka Academy Secretary N. Radhakrishnan Nair.
Bhathiri Calligraphy Demonstration Lecture
Calligraphy demonstration and lecture by Artist Bhathiri as part of Khasak@50 Golden Jubilee.
Mubarak & Kannan Sooraj Photography Exhibition
Photography exhibition by Mubarak and Kannan Sooraj, inaugurated by O.V. Usha.
Vijayan Sahithya Samvadam โ Literary Dialogue
Literary dialogue on O.V. Vijayan's works and their contemporary relevance.
Khasak Calligraphy Gallery Inauguration
Inauguration of the Khasak Calligraphy Gallery featuring 30 calligraphy compositions by Artist Bhathiri, as part of Khasak@50 Golden Jubilee celebrations. Padma Vibhushan Adoor Gopalakrishnan performed the inauguration.
Thasrak Photo Gallery & Khasak Memorial Gateway Inauguration
Inauguration of Thasrak Photo Gallery (50 photographs by Vaikkom D. Manoj) and Khasak Memorial Gateway (mural relief by Artist Manikandan Punnakkal) as part of Khasak@50. Cultural Affairs Minister A.K. Balan inaugurated both.
'Idavattathi' โ Two-Day Novel Workshop
Two-day novel workshop organised as part of Khasak@50 celebrations. Inaugurated by novelist U.K. Kumaran. Featured lectures by Mundoor Sethumadhavan, Dr. T.D. Ramakrishnan, Dr. V. Rajakrishnan, and others. Writers discussed the evolving landscape of the Malayalam novel.
Refreshment Hall Inauguration
Inauguration of the refreshment hall at the memorial by Water Resources Minister K. Krishnankutty, as part of the Building Complex inauguration events.
Gift Shop & Bookshop Inauguration
Inauguration of the O.V. Vijayan Memorial Gift Shop and Bookshop, where all of Vijayan's works and memorial souvenirs are available.
'Rithukal' Photography Exhibition
Photography exhibition 'Rithukal' (Seasons) inaugurated as part of the Khasak@50 Golden Jubilee celebrations.
Building Complex Inauguration & Gallery Openings
Inauguration of the new building complex housing O.V. Vijayan Library, Photo Gallery, Cartoon Gallery, Letter Gallery, Novel Illustration Gallery, Office, Gift Shop, Bookshop, and Cafeteria. Cultural Affairs Minister Sri. A.K. Balan inaugurated. Also launched Cafeteria, Gift Shop, Bookshop by other dignitaries. Total construction cost: โน75 Lakh.
O.V. Vijayan Memorial Awards โ First Edition
First-ever O.V. Vijayan Memorial Awards ceremony. Novel Award to Sri. V.J. James for 'Anticlock', Short Story Award to Sri. Pragilnath for 'Penchilakale', and Young Story Award to Sri. Antony John. Cultural Affairs Minister A.K. Balan distributed the awards. Each includes โน25,000, citation, and plaque.
O.V. Vijayan Smrithi Lecture by Ambikasuthan Mangad
Monthly memorial lecture by noted novelist Ambikasuthan Mangad.
Khasak@50 โ Golden Jubilee Inauguration
Grand inauguration of the Golden Jubilee celebrations of 'Khasakkinte Itihasam' at the memorial. Former Cultural Affairs Minister Sri. M.A. Baby inaugurated. Committee Chairman T.K. Narayandas presided. Year-long celebrations planned across Kerala, India, and Singapore.
O.V. Vijayan Smrithi Lecture โ 'Khasakkinte Pilkkalam'
Monthly memorial lecture on 'The Afterlife of Khasak' by Prof. E.V. Ramakrishnan.
O.V. Vijayan Smrithi Lecture โ 'Yuddham - Samadhanam'
Monthly memorial lecture on 'War and Peace' by Rajendran Edathumkara.
'Oru Sindoorappottinte Ormakku' โ Death Anniversary 2019
Full-day death anniversary commemoration. Featured inaugural memorial meeting, lectures, new brochure release, memorial gifts presentation, T.K. Shankaranarayanan's 'Gurusagara Theerangalil' book launch, D. Manoj's photography exhibition, Palakkad writers' tribute session, cultural gathering, and music evening.
'Yakshiyaanam 2019' โ Arts Festival
Ten-day arts festival organised jointly by Kerala Lalithakala Academy and O.V. Vijayan Memorial Committee. Featured art exhibitions, workshops, and cultural performances.
O.V. Vijayan Smrithi Lecture โ 'Khasakile Pennungal'
Monthly memorial lecture on 'The Women of Khasak' by Rosy Thampi.
V.T. Bhattathiripad Memorial Cultural Complex โ Foundation Stone
Foundation stone laying for V.T. Bhattathiripad Memorial Cultural Complex, organised by O.V. Vijayan Memorial Committee on behalf of the Government. Cultural Affairs Minister A.K. Balan, Water Resources Minister K. Krishnankutty, M.B. Rajesh MP participated.
Kerala Cabinet 1000 Days Celebration โ Palakkad
Palakkad district programmes for the Kerala Cabinet's 1000 days celebration. Week-long cultural events held at the memorial.
'Ninne Orkkan Neramaayi' โ Punalur Balan Memorial
Memorial programme for Punalur Balan, held at the O.V. Vijayan Memorial.
Arabikkulam Renovation โ Construction Inauguration
Inauguration of the renovation works of the historic Arabikkulam pond at O.V. Vijayan Memorial. Palakkad District Panchayat President Adv. K. Shanthakumari performed the inauguration.
Navakerala Samskarika Yatra โ Book Fair Journey
Cultural journey and book fair departing from the O.V. Vijayan Memorial as part of the Navakerala Mission.
O.V. Vijayan Smrithi Lecture โ 'Khasakile Pathakal'
Monthly memorial lecture on 'The Paths of Khasak' by Dr. P.K. Rajasekharan.
'Raktasakshyam 2019' โ Gandhi 150th Birth Anniversary
Six-day commemoration of Mahatma Gandhi's 150th birth anniversary at the historic Sabari Ashram in Akathethara, Palakkad. Organised under the leadership of Kerala Cultural Affairs Department with O.V. Vijayan Memorial Committee managing the programme. Featured inaugurations, seminars, literary gatherings, film screenings, art exhibitions, and competitions. Attended by Kerala Governor Justice P. Sadashivam, Cultural Affairs Minister A.K. Balan, and numerous dignitaries.
201813 events
O.V. Vijayan Smrithi Lecture โ 'Snehathilekku Thurakkunna Vaathilukal'
Monthly memorial lecture on 'Doors that Open to Love'.
Kerala Sangeetha Nataka Akademy Drama Workshop
Three-day drama workshop organised in collaboration with Kerala Sangeetha Nataka Akademi. Inaugurated by renowned drama director Sri. Chandradasan. Director Sri. Sreejith Ramanan and Sri. K.A. Nandajan directed the workshop. 33 theatre practitioners participated.
O.V. Vijayan Smrithi Lecture โ 'Paristhithiyude Soundaryashaasthram'
Monthly memorial lecture on 'The Aesthetics of Ecology' by eminent writer C. Radhakrishnan.
82nd Anniversary of Temple Entry Proclamation Celebrations
Three-day celebration of the historic Temple Entry Proclamation's 82nd anniversary, featuring lectures, cultural programmes, and discussions.
Dialogue โ Sabarimala Supreme Court Verdict and Implications
Panel discussion on the Supreme Court's Sabarimala verdict and its social, legal, and cultural implications.
O.V. Vijayan Smrithi Lecture โ 'Navokkhanavum Malayali Kazhchayum'
O.V. Vijayan Smrithi lecture on 'Excavation and the Malayali Gaze' by Dr. S.K. Vasanthan.
'Adithyanum Radhayum Mattu Chilerum' โ Drama Performance
Immersive theatre adaptation of M. Mukundan's celebrated novel, directed by K.A. Nandajan. Performed in intimate theatre format where audience and actors shared the same space. Presented in collaboration with December Creations.
'Madhuram Gayathi' โ 81st Birthday Celebration
Two-day celebration of O.V. Vijayan's 81st birthday. Featured memorial lectures, 'Thasrak Kathayutsavam' (story festival with 100 writers), foundation stone laying for new projects, and cultural programmes. Cultural Affairs Minister A.K. Balan, M.B. Rajesh MP, and numerous literary figures participated.
'Vijayasagaram' โ 30th Anniversary of Gurusagaram (Kolkata)
Full-day celebration of the 30th anniversary of Vijayan's novel Gurusagaram, organised by O.V. Vijayan Memorial Committee and Kolkata Kairali Samajam at Kalamandalem Auditorium, Golf Gardens, Kolkata. Featured lectures, discussions, and a screening of 'Ottakkarimbanakatt' documentary by Vinod Mankara.
'Varnabham' โ Art Workshop for Children
Two-day painting workshop organised by O.V. Vijayan Memorial Committee and Thiruvalathoor Kalavalayam. Sessions on pencil drawing, watercolour, caricature, and cartoon. 47 children participated. Inaugurated by artist Sreeja Pallam.
'Pravachakante Vazhi' โ 14th Death Anniversary
14th death anniversary commemoration of O.V. Vijayan. Inaugurated by Sri. Subhash Chandran. Featured addresses by M.B. Rajesh MP, Adv. K. Shanthakumari, Vaishakhan, Shoukat, P.K. Parakkadavu, Ashamemon, Prof. P.A. Vasudevan, and others. Poetry gathering 'Kavyanjali' and solo drama 'Antarswami' were also presented.
'Thasrak' Mural Painting Camp
Mural painting camp organised by Kerala Lalithakala Akademi, O.V. Vijayan Memorial Committee, and Kerala Cultural Affairs Department. 10 prominent mural artists of Kerala adorned the walls of the seminar hall and pavilions. Camp closing inaugurated by Kerala Sahitya Akademi President Sri. Vaishakhan.
'Ezhuthupura' โ Children's Writing Workshop
Two-day writing workshop for 75 young writers, organised by Kerala State Institute of Children's Literature, O.V. Vijayan Memorial Committee, and Balasangham. Inaugurated by Kerala Sahitya Akademi Award winner Sri. K.P. Ramanunni. Featured lectures, writing workshops, and interactive sessions with eminent writers.
20179 events
'Ragasudha' Music Festival
Week-long music festival organised jointly by Kerala Sangeetha Nataka Akademi and O.V. Vijayan Memorial Committee. Held at Palakkad Rattadi Auditorium with numerous eminent artists performing.
Vazhiyambalam Inauguration & O.V. Vijayan Statue Unveiling
Inauguration of the symbolic Vazhiyambalam (Wayfarer's Inn) at Koomankavu and unveiling of the O.V. Vijayan statue donated by Ahalya Heritage Village (sculpted by Sri. Ranjith Sivaram). Cultural Affairs Minister Sri. A.K. Balan performed the inauguration.
Aksharakavya Poetry Training Camp
Poetry training workshop organised jointly by Akshaneer Foundation, O.V. Vijayan Memorial Committee, and Palakkad District Public Library. Inaugurated by renowned writer Sri. N.S. Madhavan.
Secular Cultural Rally Reception
Reception for the secular cultural rally organised by Purogamana Kala Sahithya Sangham, passing through Palakkad district including V.K.N. Namboodiri Memorial, O.V. Vijayan Memorial, and other cultural landmarks.
O.V. Vijayan's 80th Birthday Celebrations (Kathadinam)
Two-day celebration of O.V. Vijayan's 80th birthday at the memorial. Featured inauguration ceremony, memorial lectures by Prof. P.A. Vasudevan, cartoonist Unny, and Sreejith Perumon. Kerala Sahitya Akademi Secretary Prof. K.P. Mohanan inaugurated the event.
'Thasrakkileykku Veendum' โ Death Anniversary Commemoration 2017
Annual death anniversary commemoration of O.V. Vijayan. Inaugurated by former Cultural Affairs Minister Sri. M.A. Baby. Kerala Sahitya Akademi President Sri. Vaishakhan presided. Actor and writer Sri. V.K. Sreeraman was chief guest. Coin and stamp releases, memorial lectures, and cultural programmes were held.
Exhibitions โ Art, Photography, and Cartoons
Four exhibitions held as part of 'Thasrakkileykku Veendum': Sandehangal painting exhibition, D. Manoj photography exhibition ('Threads from the Loom of Seasons'), Salim Babu's painting exhibition ('Visual Experiences of Reading'), and exhibition of O.V. Vijayan's cartoons.
O.V. Vijayan Memorial Committee Logo Release
Release of the O.V. Vijayan Memorial Committee logo. The logo was designed by film director, art director, and painter Sri. Nemom Pushparaj. Kerala Lalithakala Akademi Chairman T.A. Satyapal released the logo. The event was held in association with Kerala Sangeetha Nataka Akademi and Kerala Lalithakala Akademi.
'Sandehangal' โ O.V. Vijayan Memorial Painting Camp
Week-long painting camp organised by Kerala Lalithakala Akademi and O.V. Vijayan Memorial Committee. 15 distinguished artists created visual interpretations of Vijayan's novels and stories. Inaugurated by Sri. Ashamemon. Closing address by Sri. Pottanpuzha Chandran.