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The Dhahan Prize for Punjabi Literature celebrates the rich culture and transnational heritage of Punjabi literature and language. The prize aims to promote the growth of Punjabi language globally, as well as encourage new, emerging, and established writers working in the two Punjabi scripts, Gurmukhi and Shahmukhi.
$51,000 CAD
One winner prize of $25,000 CAD
Two finalist prizes of $10,000 CAD each
$6,000 CAD towards the transliteration of winning books into Gurmukhi or Shahmukhi
Winner and finalists from out of town receive airfare and accommodation to attend award ceremonies in Vancouver, B.C.
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2025 Dhahan Youth Awards presented to high schoolers for Punjabi-written stories
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Dhahan Youth Award is sponsored by: Surrey, B.C. (November 13, 2025) - Eight British Columbia youth were recently presented with the Dhahan Youth Award for writing stories in Punjabi and English. They also received framed certificates, $500
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List of all 2025 Dhahan Prize Events
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This year, the Dhahan Prize will be hosting multiple events to celebrate Punjabi language and culture. See below for our list of events. Event information is given for each event below. Jump to: Back to top Nov. 12 & 13,
