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Surendra Dubey Cremated With State and Literary Honors in Chhattisgarh

Chhattisgarh government plans to table a formal condolence motion to honor his contributions to Hindi and Chhattisgarhi literature.

Padma Shri poet Dr Surendra Dubey dies at 72
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Overview

  • His cremation on Friday included official state honours and literary funeral rites in Raipur.
  • A commemorative volume of his letters and unpublished writings is nearing publication.
  • Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai and other leaders hailed his passing as an irreparable loss to Hindi and Chhattisgarhi literature.
  • An Ayurvedic physician by training, Dubey authored five books and performed satirical poetry across India and abroad.
  • His humorous verses during the COVID-19 pandemic and global recitals elevated Chhattisgarhi culture on the world stage.