Team News Riveting
Raipur, June 26
Chhattisgarh’s renowned Hindi poet, humorist, and satirist Dr Surendra Dubey passed away on Thursday at Raipur following a heart attack.
He was 71. Dubey, a recipient of the prestigious Padma Shri award, was born on January 8, 1953 at Bemetara in Chhattisgarh. He was not only a celebrated poet but also a trained Ayurvedic doctor.
In 2010, the Government of India honored him with the Padma Shri for his contributions to literature. He was also awarded the Chhattisgarh Ratna by the North America Chhattisgarh Association during an event in Chicago.
He also received the Kaka Hathrasi Award for his extraordinary contribution to Hindi literature. Surendra Dubey has written five books. He also made his presence felt on stage and TV shows. He was the first secretary of the Chhattisgarh Official Language Commission.
Governor Ramen Deka, Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, ministers, public representatives and people associated with the literary world, and common people have expressed deep grief over the passing away of Surendra Dubey.
Governor Raman Deka said, “The sad news of the death of Chhattisgarh’s famous humorist Padmashree awardee Dr Surendra Dubey ji has been received. May God give place to the departed soul in his lotus feet and give strength to the bereaved family to bear this sorrow.”
Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai said that the demise of Padmashree Dr Surendra Dubey, “His demise, as the pinnacle of Chhattisgarhi literature and humour poetry, is an irreparable loss to the literary world. I am shocked by the news of his sudden demise. With his unique humour, sharp satire and unique creativity, he not only glorified the platforms of the country and abroad, but also played an important role in giving global recognition to the Chhattisgarhi language.”
Sai visited the residence and paid floral tributes to the mortal remains of Surendra Dubey.
