Bhiwani (Haryana): Author and literary figure Dr. Satyawan Saurabh has received a major recognition for his contribution to children’s literature, with his book Pragyan selected for the Haryana Sahitya and Sanskriti Academy’s Best Work Award for 2023 in the children’s literature category. The award carries a cash prize of ₹31,000.
The results were announced by the Haryana Academy of Literature and Culture after its selection of outstanding literary works across Hindi, Haryanvi, Sanskrit and Punjabi under its Shreshtha Kriti (Best Work) Award scheme. According to Dr. Kuldeep Chand Agnihotri, Executive Vice President of the Academy, the results for 2023 were approved by the Academy President and the Chief Minister of Haryana.
Pragyan, written by Dr. Satyawan Saurabh and named after his son, is dedicated to children across the world. The book explores themes relevant to childhood, including imagination, sensitivity, values, creativity and the development of thought. It seeks to present children’s literature not merely as entertainment but as a means of nurturing their intellectual and emotional growth.
The recognition is being seen as an important milestone in Dr. Saurabh’s literary journey and a notable achievement for Bhiwani’s literary community.
Dr. Saurabh, who is also associated with journalism and literary activities, has written extensively on social issues, contemporary subjects and children’s literature. Reacting to the award, he said children’s literature plays an important role in shaping values, imagination, sensitivity and thought among young minds. Creating meaningful and value-based literature for children, he said, has remained one of his literary priorities.
Dr. Satyawan Saurabh and his wife, Dr. Priyanka Saurabh, are both PhD holders in Political Science and are actively involved in writing and literary pursuits. The couple have authored and published 27 books, independently as well as jointly, covering subjects such as social concerns, contemporary issues, women’s empowerment, children’s literature and social consciousness.
The Academy’s recognition of Pragyan places the work among the notable literary works selected under its 2023 Best Work Award scheme. Literary circles and admirers have congratulated Dr. Satyawan Saurabh, describing the honour as a significant recognition of his contribution to children’s literature and a moment of pride for Bhiwani.
