Ashok Lav
Dr. Ashok Lav (b April 13, 1947 Delhi) is a noted Hindi language author and poet.[1]
Works and honours
A recipient of numerous awards related to Hindi literature, including the, Manav Seva Samman, Eklavya award, his more well known works include:
- Shikhron Se Aage (novel- literally, "Beyond peaks")
- Anubhootiyon Kee Aahaten (collection of poems,literally, "The approaching footsteps of sensations")
- LarhkiyaAn Choonaa ChaAhtee Hain Aasmaan (collections of poems- literally, "Girls want to touch the sky")
- Phulvaree (songs for children- literally, "A garden of flowers")
- Band Darvaazon Par Dastaken (short stories- literally, "Knocking on locked doors")
- Salaam Dilli (short stories- literally, "A salute to Delhi")
- Pathron Se Bandhe Pankh (short stories- literally, "Feathers tied to stones")
- Khidkiyon Par Tange Log (short stories(ed)-literally,"People Hanged on Windows"
His book Hindi ke Pratinidhi Saahityakaaron Se Saakshaatkaar, a collection of interviews with writers representative of Hindi literature, was released by the Vice President of India, Dr. Shankar Dayal Sharma on February 9, 1990.[2]
Personal life
Dr. Lav belongs to the Mohyal community, usually more noted for its tradition of military service. Besides being a writer, he is also the Managing Director of an IT firm. He also is the editor of the Hindi section of the Mohyal community magazine, the Mohyal Mitter since July 1987.
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