BENGALI SOCIAL WRITER MAHASWETA DEVI!

Today is 5th death anniversary of..'Jnanpith' winner Bengali writer.. Mahasweta Devi!

Writer Mahasweta Devi at work!

Her notable literature includes.. 'Sahitya Akademy Award' winner 'Aranyer Adhikar', 'Agnigarbha', 'Tin Korir Sadh' & 'Dust on the Road'!

Several of her written works were adapted for films like 'Sunghursh' (1968), 'Rudali' (1993), 'Hazaar Chaurasi ki Maa' (1998), 'Maati Maay' (2006) & 'Gangor' (2010).

She was also a social activist and worked for the welfare of tribal people. She supported 'Budhan Theatre' group of Chhara Denotified Tribals of Gujarat!

Jaya Bachchan in 'Hazaar Chaurasi ki Maa' (1998)

Mahasweta Devi was a recipient of..

'Padma Vibhushan', 'Bangabibhushan' and 'Magsaysay' award too!

I still remember great meeting with this legendary writer during the premier of.. Govind Nihlani's 'Hazaar Chaurasi ki Maa' in 'MAMI's International Film Festival at Mumbai!

Humble Homage to her!!

- Manoj Kulkarni