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Veteran Marathi Litterateur Srinivas Vinayak Kulkarni Passes Away at 91; Creator of ‘Doh’ and ‘Sonyacha Pimpal’ Bids Adieu
Pune: Veteran Marathi litterateur Srinivas Vinayak Kulkarni, the creator of timeless literary works such as *Doh*, *Sonyacha Pimpal*, *Koradi Bhiksha*, and *Panyache Pankh*, passed away due to old age on Thursday (August 6) afternoon at the age of 91.
He had recovered from a hip fracture sustained in February, but his health subsequently declined. He breathed his last at his residence around 2 PM on Thursday. His last rites are scheduled to be performed in Karad in the evening. He is survived by his wife, two sons, daughters-in-law, and grandchildren.
Born in Audumbar, Sangli district, Srinivas Kulkarni received his primary education in Audumbar and Ankalkhop. He completed his further education while residing at the ‘Anath Vidyarthi Ashram’ (Orphan Students' Hostel) in Sangli. Both his grandfather and father were painters; his sensitive mind was shaped by this artistic upbringing and the natural beauty of Audumbar.
After completing his education, he worked in the sign-board painting business and later in the accounts department of a glass factory in Ogalewadi, before joining the editorial department of *Mauj* magazine. His first poem was published in *Bal-Sanmitra* when he was in the fourth grade, and his first story appeared in the children's special issue of *Khelgadi*.
His literary essay *Manatlya Unhat* was published in *Satyakatha* in 1960. Subsequently, most of his writings appeared in *Satyakatha* and *Mauj*. His writing was characterized by a blend of evocative, visual imagery, keen observation of nature, and a transparent, lucid style. While reflecting on the essence of his writing, Mangesh Padgaonkar once remarked, “Had *Balakavi*—with his poetic genius—written prose instead of poetry, it would have been exactly like the writing of Shrinivas Kulkarni.”
This dedicated writer, who served the literary world for over half a century, saw his work transcend the boundaries of Maharashtra to reach places like Dharwad and Kolkata; his literature has also been translated into English. He was honored with the Maharashtra Foundation’s Literary Award and the State Government’s ‘Vinda Karandikar Lifetime Achievement Award.’
Although this prolific writer—who lent a unique dimension to the genre of *Lalit* (fine/creative) prose—has passed away, his literature will forever remain in the hearts of readers.
Pune: Veteran Marathi litterateur Srinivas Vinayak Kulkarni, the creator of timeless literary works such as *Doh*, *Sonyacha Pimpal*, *Koradi Bhiksha*, and *Panyache Pankh*, passed away due to old age on Thursday (August 6) afternoon at the age of 91.
He had recovered from a hip fracture sustained in February, but his health subsequently declined. He breathed his last at his residence around 2 PM on Thursday. His last rites are scheduled to be performed in Karad in the evening. He is survived by his wife, two sons, daughters-in-law, and grandchildren.
Born in Audumbar, Sangli district, Srinivas Kulkarni received his primary education in Audumbar and Ankalkhop. He completed his further education while residing at the ‘Anath Vidyarthi Ashram’ (Orphan Students' Hostel) in Sangli. Both his grandfather and father were painters; his sensitive mind was shaped by this artistic upbringing and the natural beauty of Audumbar.
After completing his education, he worked in the sign-board painting business and later in the accounts department of a glass factory in Ogalewadi, before joining the editorial department of *Mauj* magazine. His first poem was published in *Bal-Sanmitra* when he was in the fourth grade, and his first story appeared in the children's special issue of *Khelgadi*.
His literary essay *Manatlya Unhat* was published in *Satyakatha* in 1960. Subsequently, most of his writings appeared in *Satyakatha* and *Mauj*. His writing was characterized by a blend of evocative, visual imagery, keen observation of nature, and a transparent, lucid style. While reflecting on the essence of his writing, Mangesh Padgaonkar once remarked, “Had *Balakavi*—with his poetic genius—written prose instead of poetry, it would have been exactly like the writing of Shrinivas Kulkarni.”
This dedicated writer, who served the literary world for over half a century, saw his work transcend the boundaries of Maharashtra to reach places like Dharwad and Kolkata; his literature has also been translated into English. He was honored with the Maharashtra Foundation’s Literary Award and the State Government’s ‘Vinda Karandikar Lifetime Achievement Award.’
Although this prolific writer—who lent a unique dimension to the genre of *Lalit* (fine/creative) prose—has passed away, his literature will forever remain in the hearts of readers.
He had recovered from a hip fracture sustained in February, but his health subsequently declined. He breathed his last at his residence around 2 PM on Thursday. His last rites are scheduled to be performed in Karad in the evening. He is survived by his wife, two sons, daughters-in-law, and grandchildren.
Born in Audumbar, Sangli district, Srinivas Kulkarni received his primary education in Audumbar and Ankalkhop. He completed his further education while residing at the ‘Anath Vidyarthi Ashram’ (Orphan Students' Hostel) in Sangli. Both his grandfather and father were painters; his sensitive mind was shaped by this artistic upbringing and the natural beauty of Audumbar.
After completing his education, he worked in the sign-board painting business and later in the accounts department of a glass factory in Ogalewadi, before joining the editorial department of *Mauj* magazine. His first poem was published in *Bal-Sanmitra* when he was in the fourth grade, and his first story appeared in the children's special issue of *Khelgadi*.
His literary essay *Manatlya Unhat* was published in *Satyakatha* in 1960. Subsequently, most of his writings appeared in *Satyakatha* and *Mauj*. His writing was characterized by a blend of evocative, visual imagery, keen observation of nature, and a transparent, lucid style. While reflecting on the essence of his writing, Mangesh Padgaonkar once remarked, “Had *Balakavi*—with his poetic genius—written prose instead of poetry, it would have been exactly like the writing of Shrinivas Kulkarni.”
This dedicated writer, who served the literary world for over half a century, saw his work transcend the boundaries of Maharashtra to reach places like Dharwad and Kolkata; his literature has also been translated into English. He was honored with the Maharashtra Foundation’s Literary Award and the State Government’s ‘Vinda Karandikar Lifetime Achievement Award.’
Although this prolific writer—who lent a unique dimension to the genre of *Lalit* (fine/creative) prose—has passed away, his literature will forever remain in the hearts of readers.
