Eminent Hindi writer Vinod Kumar Shukla has been awarded the 59th Jnanpith Award, which is India’s highest literary honor. At the age of 88, he’s celebrated for his remarkable contributions to Hindi literature, showcasing a distinctive writing style that beautifully combines linguistic creativity with emotional depth. What’s more, he’s the first author from Chhattisgarh to receive this esteemed award and the 12th Hindi writer to be recognized in this way.
About Vinod Kumar Shukla:
- Award Name: Jnanpith Award (59th edition)
- Recipient: Vinod Kumar Shukla
- Age: 88 years
- Field: Short story writing, poetry, and essays
- First from Chhattisgarh: He is the first writer from Chhattisgarh to receive the award.
- 12th Hindi Writer: The 12th author writing in Hindi to be honored.
Selection Committee
The Jnanpith Selection Committee, led by Pratibha Ray and including members such as Madhav Kaushik, Damodar Mauzo, Prabha Varma, Anamika, A Krishna Rao, Prafful Shiledar, Janki Prasad Sharma, and Madhusudan Anand, made the decision.
As for the award, it comes with a cash prize of ₹11 lakh, a bronze statue of Saraswati, and a citation.
