Eminent Hindi writer Vinod Kumar Shukla passes away, breathed his last at AIIMS Raipur

Renowned Hindi poet and storyteller Vinod Kumar Shukla passed away at AIIMS in Raipur. Shukla was born in Rajnandgaon, Chhattisgarh. He was 89 years old and had been unwell for quite some time, after which he was admitted to AIIMS Raipur. After several days of treatment, he passed away today. Also Read: Dense Fog Turns Deadly! 12 Vehicles Collide on Greater Noida Highway... Several Injured Vinod Kumar Shukla was born on January 1, 1937, in Rajnandgaon, Chhattisgarh, but lived in Raipur, the state capital. He had been writing for about 50 years. Shukla completed his higher education from Jabalpur Agricultural University. While working as a professor, he dedicated his life to literary creation.

'Lagbhag Jaihind' - First poetry collection

Vinod Kumar Shukla's first poetry collection, Lagbhag Jaihind, was published in 1971. His brilliant writing carved a unique place for him in the literary world. Shukla's writing has been praised not only in India but also abroad. He had an equal interest in both poetry and prose. This is why he had established himself as a formidable force in Hindi literature.

Shukla's famous novels

Speaking of Vinod Kumar Shukla's famous novels, 'Naukar Ki Kameez', 'Khilega To Dekhenge', and 'Deewar Mein Ek Khidki Rehti Thi' are prominent. These novels are counted among the best novels in Hindi literature. His short story collections, 'Ped Par Kamra' and 'Mahavidyalaya', were also quite popular. Shukla's poetry books have been translated into several languages. Works like 'Woh Aadmi Chala Gaya Naya Garam Coat Pehankar', 'Akash Dharti Ko Khatkhata Hai', and 'Kavita Se Lambi Kavita' were also very popular. A Long List of Awards Vinod Kumar Shukla has been honored with numerous awards for his literary achievements. These include the Sahitya Akademi Award, PEN/Nabokov Award, Dayawati Modi Kavi Shekhar Samman, Gajanan Madhav Muktibodh Fellowship, Raza Award, and the Sahitya Akademi Award, Hindi Gaurav Samman. He has also received awards such as the Mathrubhumi Book of the Year Award and the PEN America Nabokov Award.

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ज्ञानपीठ पुरस्कार से सम्मानित प्रख्यात लेखक विनोद कुमार शुक्ल जी के निधन से अत्यंत दुख हुआ है। हिन्दी साहित्य जगत में अपने अमूल्य योगदान के लिए वे हमेशा स्मरणीय रहेंगे। शोक की इस घड़ी में मेरी संवेदनाएं उनके परिजनों और प्रशंसकों के साथ हैं। ओम शांति।

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 23, 2025

Vinod Kumar Shukla's Poetry Collections:

> Lagbhag Jaihind > Woh Aadmi Chala Gaya Naya Garam Coat Pehankar Vichar Ki Tarah > Sab Kuch Hona Bacha Rahega > Atirikt Nahin > Kavita Se Lambi Kavita > Akash Dharti Ko Khatkhatata Hai > Pachas Kavitayein > Kabhi Ke Baad Abhi > Kavi Ne Kaha - Selected Poems > Representative Poems

Summary

Vinod Kumar Shukla, who emerged from Chhattisgarh and made a distinct mark in the national literary world, was considered one of the most sensitive writers in contemporary Hindi literature. The hallmark of Shukla's works was his ability to transform ordinary everyday life into extraordinary experiences.