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Renowned Hindi Writer Vinod Kumar Shukla Passes Away at 88, Receives State Honors in Raipur

Raipur, Chhattisgarh – December 24, 2025 – Celebrated Hindi author and Jnanpith Award recipient Vinod Kumar Shukla passed away on Tuesday evening, December 23, 2025, in Raipur due to age-related ailments. He was 88 years old. His last rites were performed today with full state honors in Raipur, drawing officials, writers, journalists, and members of the public.

Shukla, born in Rajnandgaon on January 1, 1937, was widely recognized as a unique and influential voice in Hindi literature. He authored acclaimed novels like “Naukar Ki Kameez,” “Khilega To Dekhenge,” “Deewar Mein Ek Khirkee Rahati Thi,” and “Ek Chuppi Jagah.” His work focused on the lives and emotions of ordinary people, portraying everyday realities with a distinctive and evocative style.

Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai paid his respects, calling Shukla’s passing an “irreparable loss to Hindi literature.” He praised Shukla’s blend of sensitivity, human values, and profound expression, noting his contribution to elevating Hindi literature.

Noted poet Dr. Kumar Vishwas described Shukla’s death as “the end of an era in Indian poetry,” recalling the profound impact of Shukla’s works on those who came of age in the 1970s and 80s.

Shukla received the Sahitya Akademi Award in 1999 for “Deewar Mein Ek Khirkee Rahati Thi” and the prestigious Jnanpith Award in November 2025, making him only the 12th Hindi author to earn this honor. His legacy as a significant contributor to Indian literature will undoubtedly endure.

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