Renowned Litterateur Usha Kiran Khan Passes Away.

Obituary | Dated: 09 Feb 2026

Renowned Hindi and Maithili writer Usha Kiran Khan passed away in Patna at the age of 78. She was a Padma Shri awardee and a recipient of the Sahitya Akademi Award. Her writings often depicted the socio-cultural fabric of Bihar.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • She received the Sahitya Akademi Award for her Maithili novel "Bhamati".
  • She was awarded the Padma Shri in 2015.
  • Her works include "Sirjanhaar" and "Faagun Ke Baad".

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Person: Usha Kiran Khan.
  • Field: Literature.
  • Language: Hindi/Maithili.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Usha Kiran Khan, who passed away recently, was a distinguished writer in which two languages?

Correct Answer: Hindi and Maithili

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About Sahitya Akademi

  • Languages – 24
  • Founded – 1954