The prize carrying an amount of Rs 25 lakh is awarded each year to a distinguished work of fiction by an Indian writer. It is touted to be the most expensive Indian award for writing.
The British Council and the Art X Company announced the 12 selected fellows from India and the UK for the International Publishing Fellowship 2022: India (IPF2022) .The fellows representing India are Bijal Vachharajani (Pratham Books), Rahul .
The fellowship, aimed at facilitating increased dialogue and exchange between the translation publishing ecosystems of both the nations, will be a year-long programme consisting of reciprocal study trips featuring masterclasses, networking opportunities, and professional upskilling , said the organisers in a statement on Thursday.