Thiruvananthapuram, Jan. 26 -- Kerala Minister V Sivankutty and Senior Congress leader K Muraleedharan visited the residence of Padma Shri awardee Kalamandalam Vimala Menon at Sasthamangalam in Thiruvananthapuram and felicitated her for her contribution to the field of arts.

Speaking to reporters here, Sivankutty said Vimala Menon has been actively associated with the arts for over five decades and has played a key role in nurturing young talents in Kerala. "Most of the students participating in school and university arts festivals are her students. Although this recognition has come late, I am very happy with the honour she has received, and I extend my heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to her," he said.

Reacting to the honour,...