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Renowned Hindi poet Dr. Kumar Vishwas honored with 60th Jnanpith Award.

Awards | Dated: 27 Nov 2025

The Jnanpith Selection Board has announced Dr. Kumar Vishwas as the recipient of the 60th Jnanpith Award for the year 2025. He is recognized for his outstanding contribution to Hindi literature, particularly for revitalizing Hindi poetry among the youth through his distinct style.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • The Jnanpith Award is India's highest literary honor, presented annually by the Bharatiya Jnanpith to an author for their "outstanding contribution towards literature".
  • The award carries a cash prize of Rs 11 lakh, a citation, and a bronze replica of Goddess Vagdevi (Saraswati).
  • Dr. Vishwas is best known for his poem "Koi Deewana Kehta Hai" and his efforts to popularize Hindi literature globally.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Winner: Dr. Kumar Vishwas (Hindi).
  • Edition: 60th Jnanpith Award.
  • Prize: Rs 11 Lakh and Vagdevi statue.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Who has been announced as the winner of the 60th Jnanpith Award?

Correct Answer: Dr. Kumar Vishwas

🚀 Quick Recap:

About Jnanpith Award

  • First Awarded – 1965
  • First Winner – G. Sankara Kurup