Renowned Hindi Author Vinod Kumar Shukla, Jnanpith Winner, Dies at 88

Eminent Hindi author Vinod Kumar Shukla, recipient of the 59th Jnanpith Award, passed away at the age of 88 in Raipur on December 23, 2025. His demise marks a significant loss to Indian literature. He was a celebrated figure known for his unique writing style.

• Eminent Hindi author Vinod Kumar Shukla passed away in Raipur.
• He was 88 years old, not 89 as initially reported by some sources.
• Shukla was the recipient of the 59th Jnanpith Award for 2024.
• He was the first writer from Chhattisgarh to receive the Jnanpith Award.
• PM Modi expressed condolences, and Chhattisgarh announced state honours.
• His legacy includes acclaimed novels and poetry in modern Hindi literature.

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