'Young poets must not care about publicity'

Mysore | Saturday | 13th October, 2018

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If the society is the root, poets are its sprigs,” said Prof.

Nagarajaiah.As many as 30 young poets from various schools and colleges read out their poems as part of the ‘Goshti’.Among others, Chintamanu Koodlakere, T Yellappa were poets present at the ceremony. Publicity must not become a drawback for poets,” he added.Pointing to the uniqueness of poems, Krishnegowda said, “Only a poet is as acutely sensitive towards nature and human experiences. “You will be able to give your best to poetry if you shun publicity,” he said.Krishnegowda, who participated in ‘Chiguru Kavi Goshti’ organised as part of the Dasara Poets’ Meet to provide a platform for up and coming poets, bemoaned the craving among young writers for popularity . It is necessary for budding poets to participate in a conference of poets. MYSURU: Noted Kannada writer, critic and humourist Prof.

Krishnegowda on Friday advised budding poets not to focus too keenly on publicity , and fame, if they wish to harness their creative energies to the optimal extent..