Bhubaneswar, Mar 19: Eminent writer Prof. Biswaranjan, popularly known as Adhyapak Biswaranjan, has been selected for the prestigious Sahitya Bharati Samman 2026, the Shri Gangadhar Rath Foundation announced on Wednesday.
The foundation, while unveiling the list of this year’s awardees and recognitions, highlighted Prof. Biswaranjan’s remarkable literary journey and his significant contributions to Odia literature, particularly through his long-standing association with Saraswat.
In addition, the Gangadhar Rath Smaraki Samman, named after the foundation’s founder, will be presented to renowned educationist Prof. Amiya Kumar Pattanayak. The award will include a silver plaque and a citation in recognition of his distinguished services in the field of education.
The Bhanuji Rao Smaraki Puraskar will honour eminent poet Dr. Indira Dash for her outstanding contributions to poetry, while the Binapani Mohanty Katha Sahitya Puraskar will be conferred upon acclaimed short story writer and novelist Rabi Swain.
The Subrat Rath Smaraki Puraskar, carrying a cash prize of Rs 10,000, will be awarded to Sunanda Pradhan and Laxman Kumar.
The awards will be presented at a ceremony scheduled for April 5 at 6:30 pm at Kala Vikash Kendra. Odisha Advocate General Pitambar Acharya will inaugurate the event as the chief guest, while eminent researcher Prof. Abhiram Biswal will deliver the keynote address.
