Vinod Kumar Shukla, a great personality of the Hindi literary world, awarded with Jnanpith and the most favorite poet of literature lovers, said goodbye to the world. Vinod Kumar Shukla breathed his last in Raipur hospital at the age of 89. The sorrow of his demise resides in the heart of every person associated with literature. Popular poet Kumar Vishwas also became emotional on the demise of Vinod Kumar Shukla.

Kumar Vishwas said, “Vinod Kumar Shukla’s demise is the end of an era of literature. For those of us who were born in the 70s and 80s, who became conscious of understanding and listening to poetry, Vinod Kumar Shukla was the standard name of Hindi. Listening to him and reading him was wonderful in itself.”

Kumar Vishwas further said, “The seeker trend is disappearing in the field of Hindi art. Studying while sitting in a corner in solitude, staying away from the social fabric, keeping writing and reading without worrying about publicity, keeping saying one’s point and releasing it into the world… without thinking whether it will be accepted or not, Vinod Kumar Shukla was among the last names of that process.”

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Vinod Kumar Shukla will be missed in January’s literature festival

Remembering beloved poet Vinod Kumar Shukla, Kumar Vishwas said, “We were hopeful that he would be healthy, some time ago the Prime Minister had also inquired about his well-being. When Chief Minister Vishnu Dev Sai had gone to meet him, I had called him and asked how is the health of Vinod Kumar Shukla. We thought that we would see him in the literature festival to be held in January. He would preside over and inaugurate the festival, but he has gone on his last journey.”

Whenever a person sits in despair, Vinod Shukla will be remembered.

Not only this, Kumar Vishwas said, “A great symbol of Hindi has passed away. It is a big loss not only for Hindi but also for the Indian language. Whenever there is talk of Hindi in the world, Vinod Kumar Shukla will be remembered. Whenever a person sits in despair and extends a hand towards him, whenever he walks with extended hand, then Vinod Kumar Shukla will walk with us.”

Famous Hindi litterateurs and Gyanpeeth Award winner Vinod Kumar Shukla passed away at the age of 89. Raipur AIIMS Told that on Tuesday (23 December 2025) evening at around 4:58 Took his last breath at . Prime Minister Narendra Modi had spoken to Vinod Kumar Shukla on November 1 last month and asked about his health.

Admitted to AIIMS after respiratory problem

News agency PTI According to the report, Vinod Kumar Shukla’s son Shashwat Shukla told that after having difficulty in breathing, he died in Raipur on the 2nd of this month. AIIMS In Recruitment Was done. Vinod Shukla is survived by his wife, son Shashwat and a daughter. Shashwat told that Shukla’s mortal remains will first be taken to his residence. Information regarding his funeral will be given soon.

He told, ‘In October 2025, Vinod Kumar Shukla was admitted to a private hospital in Raipur after facing difficulty in breathing. After his health improved, he was discharged from the hospital, since then he was undergoing treatment at home. He told that on December 2, 2025, after his health suddenly deteriorated, he was taken to Raipur AIIMS where he was being treated.

Jnanpith honored litterateur Vinod Kumar Shukla

Vinod Kumar Shukla, the author of novels like ‘Naukar Ki Kameez’, ‘Khilega To Dekhenge’, ‘Deewar Mein Ek Khirki Rahti Thi’ and ‘Ek Chuppi Jagah’, was honored with the 59th Jnanpith Award. On November 21, Shukla was given the Jnanpith Award at a function organized at his Raipur residence.

Vinod Kumar Shukla will always be remembered: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi famously Author Expressed grief over the demise of Vinod Kumar Shukla. They x Posted on and said, ,Gyanpeeth Deeply saddened by the demise of award-winning renowned writer Vinod Kumar Shukla., He will always be remembered for his invaluable contribution to the world of Hindi literature. My condolences are with his family and fans in this hour of mourning. Om Shanti.,

Death of Vinod Kumar Shukla is a big loss: Vishnu Dev Sai

Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh Vishnu Dev with The demise of great litterateur Vinod Kumar Shukla has been described as a big loss. x Posting this he wrote, ,Vinod ji, who gave dignity to ordinary life with his famous works like Servant’s Shirt, There used to be a window in the wall, will always be remembered as the pride of Chhattisgarh. everyone’s Will remain present in the heart. His works full of sensitivities will continue to inspire generations. Heartfelt condolences to his family and readers-fans.,

Congress leader and former state CM Bhupesh Baghel said, ,Literary heritage of Chhattisgarh, honored with Gyan Peeth Award, we everyone’s Gaurav Vinod Kumar Shukla ji’s departure for the entire country including Chhattisgarh. irreplaceable It is a literary loss. He from Raipur AIIMS He breathed his last in the hospital today at 04:58 pm. I pray to God for the peace of his departed soul. God bless his family, his well-wishers and loved ones. people give strength to bear this sorrow DoOm peace,,