Rancagé Awards
In this article: Ajip Rosidi
Written by Adi Marsiela
Originally published in Jakarta Post.
Mar 11, 2025
Written by Adi Marsiela
Originally published in Jakarta Post.
Mar 11, 2025
The Rancagé awards celebrate the richness of Indonesian literature by recognizing outstanding works in regional languages such as Sundanese, Javanese, Balinese, Batak, and Lampung. Since 1989, this initiative has encouraged Indonesian writers to preserve and elevate their linguistic heritage, despite challenges in readership and public engagement.
In 2025, the awards honored five authors across different linguistic categories, reinforcing the importance of regional literature in shaping Indonesia’s literary landscape. As the Rancagé Cultural Foundation seeks wider recognition and support, these awards continue to inspire Indonesian writers to contribute to their respective literary traditions, ensuring the survival and appreciation of diverse mother tongues.
In 2025, the awards honored five authors across different linguistic categories, reinforcing the importance of regional literature in shaping Indonesia’s literary landscape. As the Rancagé Cultural Foundation seeks wider recognition and support, these awards continue to inspire Indonesian writers to contribute to their respective literary traditions, ensuring the survival and appreciation of diverse mother tongues.
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