(Late) Sugan Ahuja
[Late] Sugan Ahuja [1921-1960], born in Sukkur, Sind [Pakistan], was a B.A. in English Literature and retired as a lecturer. He also had a brief but notable association with journalism as a sub-editor of the renowned Sindhi weekly Hindvasi in Mumbai. Known for his bold, powerful diction and lyrical depth, his poetry deeply inspired readers, especially the youth.
A multi-faceted literary figure, Sugan Ahuja was equally distinguished as a poet, short story writer, and literary critic. His critical study of Narayan Shyam’s Roop-Maya is regarded as a landmark in modern Sindhi literary criticism. His posthumously published novel Kanwal Jaagi Uthya [1968] is considered one of his most significant contributions to Sindhi literature.
Key Facts
- Birth Date: 1-12-1921
- Place of Birth: Sukkur, Sind (Pakistan)
- Academic Attainments: B.A. (English Literature)
- Occupation: Retired as a Lecturer
Significant Literary Achievements / Contributions
- Aish Ji Kimat The Price of Luxry] , Short Stories, 1960.
- Be Aag Jalan Tha Parwana Moths burning without flame] , 1967.
- Arman’ Unfulfilled Desire] , Short Stories, 1968.
- Pyari Chiza A Thing of Beauty] , Articles of Criticism & Poems, 1969.
- Roop-Maya Beauty Illusion] , Critical evaluation of collection of Poems by prolific Poet, Narayan Shyam, 1962.
Recognition By Way Of Awards / Honours
Sugan Ahuja received several awards. However, it could not be traced out.
Additional Information
- He had a short stint in Journalism, when he took up Sub-Editorship of famous Sindhi Weekly Hindvasi, published from Mumbai.
- His powerful & bold diction of poetry coupled with lyricism of thought, inspire his readers and influenced the youth in particular.
He expired in February 1960.
Finale
Late Sugan Ahuja was a multi-faceted literary personality in Sindhi Community. Apart from being a renowned poet, he was also a successful short story writer and literary critic. His critical evaluation of the collection of poems of a great poet, late Narayan Shyam’s Roop-Maya is considered to be landmark in the field of new criticism in Sindhi literature. Sugan Ahuja’s novel Kanwal Jaagi Uthya [Lotus blossom] 1968 [which was published posthumously], is considered to be his exceptional contribution to Sindhi literature.