Study OAS · 24 March 2025

Vinod Kumar Shukla Wins Jnanpith Award

• Vinod Kumar Shukla, a renowned Hindi poet and writer from Chhattisgarh, has been awarded the Jnanpith Award, India's highest literary honor.
• Born on January 1, 1947, in Rajnandgaon, Shukla has been active in literary writing for nearly 50 years.
• His notable works include:

  • Poetry: "Lagbhag Jai Hind," "Woh Aadmi Chala Gaya," "Aakash Dharti Ko Khatakta Hai."
  • Novels: "Naukar Ki Kameez," "Khilega To Dekhenge," "Deewar Mein Ek Khidki."
  • Story Collections: "Peed Par Kamra," "Mahavidyalaya".

• Shukla's works have been translated into multiple languages, and he has also written books for children.
• He has previously received prestigious awards like the Sahitya Akademi Award, Raza Award, and Gajanan Madhav Muktibodh Fellowship.
• Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnudev Sai congratulated Shukla, highlighting the pride he brings to the state.