Miss Popati Hiranandani
Miss Popati Hiranandani was born on 17 September 1924 in Hyderabad, Sind. A B.A. graduate and retired lecturer of Sindhi at K.C. College, Mumbai, she also served in several prestigious roles, including Member of the Advisory Board [Sindhi] of the Ministry of Education, Convenor of the Sahitya Akademi Advisory Committee, and Member of the UPSC Selection Committee.
She is regarded as the most prolific and distinguished woman writer in the Sindhi language, having authored over sixty books across all literary genres. Beginning her career at the age of 13, she devoted her life to teaching and writing, earning immense respect from the Sindhi community and receiving numerous honors, including the Sahitya Akademi Award and the Maharashtra Government’s Gaurav Puraskar.
Key Facts
- Birth Date: 17.9.1924
- Place of Birth: Hyderabad, Sind (Pakistan)
- Academic Attainments: B.A.
- Permanent Address: Mumbai, India.
- Occupation: Retired Lecturer of Sindhi, K.C.College, Mumbai
Significant Literary Achievements / Contributions
As Writer
- Bhasha Shastra [Lingistics] Thesis, 1962.
- Sailab Zindagi-a-Jo [Flood of life], Novel 1970.
- Muhinji Hayati-a-Ja Sona-Ropa Warq Autobiography, 1980.
- Maan Sindhin [I am Sindhi], Poems, 1982.
- Sach Tha Mard Chavan [Men speak the truth], Political Blunders Of Sindhi Leaders, 1997.
- Sindhi Nirtya, Nataka Ain Bhagat [Sindhi dance & drama & Bhagat], 2000.
- Manik, Moti & Lal, [Pearls, Diamonds & Gems], brief Biography of 47 Sindhi luminaries.
- Hik Pushp Ain Panj Pankhidyun [Flower of five Buds], Essays.
- Sindyun Jo Vajood [Existence of Sindhis].
Recognition By Way Of Awards / Honours
She has received several Awards/ Honours. A few most significant are given below:
- Award for her book Muhinji Hayati-a-Ja Sona-Ropa Warq, an Autobiography, 1982 [At Delhi by Sahitya Akademi, Ministry of HRD, Govt. of India].
- Gaurav Puraskar, for Literary Contribution, 1990 [At Mumbai by Maharashtra Government].
- Award for book Hik Pushp Ain Panj Pankhidyoon, 1998 [by Akhil Bharat Sindhi Boli Ain Sahit Sabha].
- International Latif, award 1990 [At Dubai by Sadaeen Gaad Sindhi organisation].
- Sindhi Navratan title, 1993 [At Mumbai By Sindhi Cultural Association].
Additional Information
Popati has remained:
- Member, Advisory Board [Sindhi], Ministry of Education. Govt. of India.
- Convenor, Advisory Committee of Sahitya Akademi, [1970 to 1993]
- Member Selection Committee, Union Public Service Commission, 1977-80.
Finale
Popati Hiranandani is the most outstanding and voluminous lady writer in Sindhi language, having written over sixty books. She has tried her pen at every branch of literature and written on every conceivable subject.
She has worked from the age of 13. She opted for teaching profession and has served since then. From school level to college level and ultimately to University level.
Popati has received abundant love and affection of Sindhi community and many honours and awards have come to her from Govt., Semi-Govt and private institutions including the Sahitya Akademi Award and the Gaurav Puraskar from Maharashtra Govt.