The Sahitya Akademi is India's National Academy of Letters, established in 1954 to promote and recognize literary excellence in Indian languages. It operates under the Ministry of Culture and is an autonomous institution that works to promote literature in 24 Indian languages, including English.

1. Sahitya Akademi Awards - Given annually for outstanding literary works in various languages.
2. Translation Awards - Recognizes the best translations between Indian languages.
3. Bhasha Samman - Honors writers and scholars for contributions to lesser-known languages.
4. Fellowships & Scholarships - Supports writers and literary research.
5. Literary Festivals & Seminars - Organizes events to promote literature.
6. Publications - Publishes books, anthologies, and journals in different languages.

• One of India's most prestigious literary honors.
• Given in 24 languages for poetry, novels, short stories, essays, and drama.
• Includes a cash prize of Rs.1 lakh, a plaque, and a citation.

The Sahitya Akademi Awards are one of India's most prestigious literary honors, presented annually by the Sahitya Akademi (India's National Academy of Letters). These awards recognize outstanding literary works in 24 Indian languages, including English.

Key Features of the Sahitya Akademi Awards:

• Established in 1954.
• Awarded for poetry, novels, short stories, essays, plays, biographies, and literary criticism.
• Recipients receive a plaque, a citation, and a cash prize of Rs.1,00,000.
• Recognizes literary works published in the last five years.

1. Sahitya Akademi Translation Award - For the best translation between Indian languages.
2. Bhasha Samman - For contributions to lesser-known languages.
3. Bal Sahitya Puraskar - For children's literature.
4. Yuva Puraskar - For young writers (below 35 years)