Mahananda Sapkota

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Mahananda Sapkota (1896-1977) was a Nepalese social worker, etymologist, linguist, and poet. He received several national awards for his contributions to poetry.[citation needed] His social work focused on education and social awareness particularly in eastern Nepal. A statue of him stands in Inaruwa of Sunsari District.

[edit] Places named after him

  • Guru Kul Marga, Biratnagar
  • Mahananda crossroad, Inaruwa
  • Mahananda Intersection, Dhulabari
  • Mahnanda Park, Ilam

[edit] Major publications

  1. Aante (I venture)
  2. Annu, Asha, Ashu (Annu, hope and tears)
  3. Aahuti (offering)
  4. Apungo (a sacred edible powder made of wheat, sugar offered in religious ceremony)
  5. Bishal Nepal (Great Nepal)
  6. Sukha ko bato yasto (the road to happiness)
  7. Mana Lahari (The song of heart).

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