The Limca Book of Records today felicitated noted author, screenplay writer and Jnanpith awardee M T Vasudevan Nair by conferring on him the 'People of the Year 2015' recognition.
'MT', as he is known, was felicitated as part of the launch of the 2015 Malayalam edition of the Limca Book of Records.
The Record Book was launched by Chief Minister Oommen Chandy.
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"I'm proud to be part of this memorable function in which the Malayalam edition of a wonderful creation like Limca Book of Records is launched. Being here is my duty since the luminary M T Vasudevan Nair is felicitated," Chandy said.
In his speech MT said, "People coming from different cultures read my books, but it's my Malayali readers who have experienced my work and shared my feelings".
MT was chosen as the "People of the Year 2015" along with some other stalwarts of Indian literature who have contributed to the field, over the last 75 years, the organisers said.