Sukrita Paul Kumar Wins "Rabindranath Tagore Literary Prize 2025".

Awards | Dated: 22 Dec 2025

Poet and critic Sukrita Paul Kumar has been awarded the 7th Rabindranath Tagore Literary Prize for her book "Salt & Pepper: Selected Poems". The award recognizes her outstanding contribution to literature and her ability to capture the essence of human emotions through poetry. The prize aims to revive world peace, art, and literature.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • The award includes a cash prize of USD 5,000 and a Tagore statue.
  • Nobel Laureate Abhijit Banerjee was also honored with the "Tagore Prize for Social Achievement" at the same ceremony.
  • The prize was founded by US-based publisher Peter Bundalo in 2018.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Award: Rabindranath Tagore Literary Prize.
  • Winner: Sukrita Paul Kumar.
  • Book: Salt & Pepper (Poetry).

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Who won the 7th Rabindranath Tagore Literary Prize for the poetry collection "Salt & Pepper"?

Correct Answer: Sukrita Paul Kumar

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About The Award

  • Founded – 2018
  • Founder – Peter Bundalo