Abodh Bandhu Bahuguna (15 June 1927 – 2004) was a Hindi and Garhwali writer and poet. He is known for his poems, epics, plays, folk-literature, and essays.

Abodh Bandhu Bahuguna
Born15 June 1927
Pauri Garhwal
Died2004 (aged 76–77)
Occupation(s)Uttar Pradesh State Service; Deputy Director, Government of India
Known forHindi and Garhwali poetry

Biography

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Bahuguna was born in Jhala village, Chalaansyun, Pauri, Garhwal in what is presently Uttarakhand. He completed his Masters (M.A.) education in Hindi and Political Science from Nagpur University, served in the Uttar Pradesh State Service and retired as Deputy Director, Government of India. Bahuguna was a prolific writer and continued freelance writing after his retirement from his professional life.[1]

Selected publications

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Garhwali Language[2]
  • Bhumyal
  • Parvati
  • Ghol
  • Daisat
  • Kankhila
  • Gaad
  • Myateki Ganga
  • Shailvani
Hindi Language[3]
  • Dadga Hridaya
  • Aranya Rodan
  • Chakrachal
  • Doobta Hua Gaon

Awards

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Abodh Bandhu Bahuguna received 2 awards from the Uttar Pradesh government and was also honoured with the Jai Shree Samman.

References

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  1. ^ Dutt, Kartik Chandra (1999). Who's who of Indian Writers, 1999: A-M. Delhi: Sahitya Akademi. p. 84. ISBN 8-1260-0873-3.
  2. ^ "Abodh Bandhu Bahuguna". /sites.google.com/view/utterakhand-devbhumi. Retrieved 19 February 2021.
  3. ^ "Abodh Bandhu Bahuguna". /sites.google.com/view/utterakhand-devbhumi. Retrieved 19 February 2021.