Born on October 10, 1955, in Kamoli, Barabanki, Uttar Pradesh, Vinod Das is a sensitive poet as well as a profound critic and senior journalist. His works offer a vivid portrayal of human resilience, struggle, and the ironies of modern life. As a critic, he has provided an impartial analysis of contemporary literary trends. His vision is not confined to the text alone; rather, it examines literature within its broader social and political contexts.
Vinod Das has made significant contributions to poetry, criticism, and various other genres of prose. His prominent works include:
Poetry Collections
Khilaf Hawa Se Guzarte Hue
Varnamala Se Bahar
Kujaat
Patjhad Mein Prem
Criticism
Kavitaa Kaa Vaibhav (The Splendor of Poetry – Poetic Criticism)
Srijan Kaa Aalok (The Light of Creation – Prose Criticism)
Bhaartiya Cinema Ka Antahkaran (The Conscience of Indian Cinema – A significant critical work on cinema)
Other Genres
Sukhi Ghar Society (Novel)
Beech Dhaar Mein (In Midstream – Short Story Collection)
Chhavi Se Alag (Apart from the Image – Memoirs)
Batras (The Joy of Conversation – Collection of Interviews)
Saakshartaa aur Samaaj (Literacy and Society – Conceptual/Ideological Book)
Awards and Honors
For his immense contribution to literature, he has been honored with several prestigious awards:
Bharatiya Jnanpith’s Navlekhan Award: For his early contributions to the field of poetry.
Kedar Samman (Kedarnath Agarwal Award): For his distinct identity in contemporary poetry.
Shrikant Verma Memorial Award: For his poetic sensibility and craft.
Shamsher Bahadur Singh Samman: In recognition of his profound literary vision.
Note: A selection of his poems has been translated into English and published under the title 'The World on a Handcart.'
