Kozhikode:The prestigious 2023 'Mathrubhumi' literary award will be given to Malayalam writer Paul Zakaria by renowned writer M Mukundan. The ceremony will take place at KP Kesava Menon Hall at 5 pm. 

The award includes a cash prize of Rs 3 lakhs, a certificate and a sculpture crafted by MV Devan. Mathrubhumi Managing Director MV Shreyams Kumar will preside over the function, with Chairman and Managing Editor PV Chandran extending welcoming the gathering.

Journalist Sasikumar, along with writers PC Mini, Subhash Chandran and others, will speak.