Rita V. Shahani
Rita V. Shahani, born on 24 August 1934 in Hyderabad, Sind (Pakistan), is a distinguished Sindhi writer based in Pune. She is a member of the National Council for Promotion of Sindhi Language, Government of India, and has actively engaged with the Sindhi literary world, including a recent visit to Sind (Pakistan) where she interacted with leading writers and poets.
One of the most prominent women writers in Sindhi literature, she has authored numerous books across almost every literary genre. Her works have received several awards from government and private institutions, and many have been translated into other modern Indian languages, reflecting her wide literary influence.
Key Facts
- Birth Date: 24-8-1934
- Place of Birth: Hyderabad, Sind (Pakistan)
- Academic Attainments: Inter Arts
- Permanent Address: Pune, India.
Significant Literary Achievements / Contributions
- Pankha Vajaeen Shankha [Wings Play Music] , Poetry, 1983.
- Piraha Ja Piyaka [Early Birds of Dawn] , Novel, 1991.
- Sujjan Joon Smrityun [Memories of stalwarts] , Biography, 1990.
- Bipahri-a-Ja Pal [Few Moments of noon] , Autobio-graphical Essays, 1995.
- Sawal Ee Sawal [Too Many Questions] , Short Stories, 1998.
- Bhambhirke Jee Bhun Bhun [Whispers of twilight] , Poetry, 1985.
Recognition By Way Of Awards / Honours
She has received several awards / honours. A few most significant are given below:
- Awards for Novel Bhambhirke Jee Bhun Bhun 1987 [At New Delhi by Central Hindi Directorate], Govt. of India.
- Award as Most Prolific Lady Writer 1997 [At Mumbai by Akhil Bharat Sindhi Boli Ain Sahit Sabha].
- Award for outstanding contributions to literature 1998 [At Mumbai by R.J. Trust].
- Life Time Achievement Literature Award, 1998 [At Nagpur by Maharashtra State Sindhi Sahitya Academy].
- Award for Short Storie’s Book Sawal-ee-Sawal 2000 [At Mumbai by National Council for Promotion of Sindhi Language].
Additional Information
- Rita is a Member of National Council for Promotion of Sindhi Language, Govt. of India.
- Very recently, she visited Sind [Pakistan], and had several encounters with prolific writers & poets there and has carried with her happy memories.
Finale
Rita Shahani is one of the most prominent Sindhi lady writers, having written many books, almost on every genre of literature. Many of her books have secured prizes from the government bodies and private institutions. Many of her writings have found a place in other modern Indian languages too.