Raipur, March 22, 2025/Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai has expressed his joy and congratulated Shri Vinod Kumar Shukla, the eminent litterateur, novelist, and poet from Chhattisgarh, on the announcement of the Jnanpith Award. He described it as a moment of immense pride for Chhattisgarh and said that Shukla Ji has provided Chhattisgarh with the opportunity to be proud on India’s literary map.
Chief Minister Shri Sai said that Vinod Kumar Shukla’s literature is a unique confluence of thoughts and emotions that touches the masses. His works reflect depth, originality, and human concerns. His creative world carries the fragrance of the soil of Chhattisgarh to every corner of India.
Chief Minister Shri Sai said that being honored with a prestigious award like the Jnanpith is not only a recognition of his creation but also a recognition of the cultural and literary glory of Chhattisgarh. Chief Minister Shri Sai has wished him a long life and good health.