Sahitya Akademi Award in Rajasthani Overview
Though not originally in the Constitution’s Eighth Schedule, Rajasthani literature is recognized for its rich oral traditions, folklore, and regional storytelling.
List of Sahitya Akademi Award in Rajasthani Winners (1954-2026)
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2025 | Jitender Kumar Soni | Bharkhama | Stories | Rajasthani |
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2024 | Mukut Maniraj | Gaon Ar Amma | Poetry | Rajasthani |
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2023 | Gaje Singh Rajpurohit | Palakati Preet | Poetry | Rajasthani |
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2022 | Kamal Ranga | Alekhun Amba | Play | Rajasthani |
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2021 | Meethesh Nirmohi | Mugtee | Poetry | Rajasthani |
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2020 | Dr. Bhanwar Singh Samaur | Sanskriti ri Sanatana Deeth | Essay collection | Rajasthani |
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2019 | Ramswaroop Kisan | Barik baat | Story collection | Rajasthani |
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2018 | Dr. Rajesh Kumar Vyas | Kavita Devai Deeth | Poetry | Rajasthani |
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2017 | Dr. Neeraj Daiya | Bina Hasalpai | Criticism | Rajasthani |
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2016 | Bulaki Sharma | Murdjat Ar Dujee Kahaniyan (Short Stories) | Short Stories | Rajasthani |
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2015 | Madhu Acharya 'Ashawadi' | Gawaad | Novel | Rajasthani |
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2014 | Rampal Singh Rajpurohit | Sundar Nain Sudha | Short Stories | Rajasthani |
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2013 | Ambika Dutt | Aanthyoi Nahi Din Hal | Poetry | Rajasthani |
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2012 | Aaidan Singh Bhati | Aankh Hinye Ra Haryal Sapana | Poetry | Rajasthani |
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2011 | Atul Kanak | Joon Jaatra | Novel | Rajasthani |
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2010 | Mangat Badal | Meera | Poetic epic | Rajasthani |
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2009 | Major Ratan Jangid | Mayee Eida Poot Jan | Short Stories | Rajasthani |
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2008 | Dinesh Panchal | Pagarva | Short Stories | Rajasthani |
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2007 | Kundan Mali | Aalochana Ree Aankh Sun | Criticism | Rajasthani |
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2006 | Laxmi Narayan Ranga | Poornamidam | Play | Rajasthani |
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2005 | Chetan Swami | Kisturi Mirag | Short Stories | Rajasthani |
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2004 | Namd Bhardwa | Samhi Khulto Marag | Novel | Rajasthani |
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2003 | Santosh Maya Mohan | Simaran | Poetry | Rajasthani |
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2002 | Bharat Ola | Jiv Ri Jaat | Poetry | Rajasthani |
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2001 | Abdul Vaheed `Kamal' | Gharano | Novel | Rajasthani |
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2000 | Jaya Prakash Pandya ‘Jyotipunj’ | Kankoo Kabandh | Play | Rajasthani |
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1999 | Vasu Acharya | Seer Ro Ghar | Poetry | Rajasthani |
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1998 | Shanti Baradwaj ‘Rakesh’ | Ud Ja Re Sua | Novel | Rajasthani |
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1997 | Malchand Tiwari | Utaryo Hai Abho | Poetry | Rajasthani |
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1996 | Nem Narayan Joshi | Olun Ri Akhiyatan | Memoirs | Rajasthani |
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1995 | Kishore Kalpanakant | Kookh Padyai Ree Peed | Poetry | Rajasthani |
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1994 | Karnidan Barhath | Mati Ri Mahak | Short Stories | Rajasthani |
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1993 | Nrisingh Rajpurohit | Adhura Supna | Short Stories | Rajasthani |
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1992 | Dr. Arjun Deo Charan | Dharam Judh | Play | Rajasthani |
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1991 | Premji Prem | Mhari Kavitavan | Poetry | Rajasthani |
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1990 | Rewatdan Charan `Kalpit' | Uchhalo | Poetry | Rajasthani |
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1989 | Yadavendra Sharma `Chandra' | Jamaro | Short Stories | Rajasthani |
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1988 | Bhagwati Lal Vyas | Anahad Naad | Poetry | Rajasthani |
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1987 | Nain Mal Jain | Saglonri Peeda Swatmegh | Poetry | Rajasthani |
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1986 | Mahaveer Prasad Joshi | Dwarka | Poetry | Rajasthani |
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1985 | Sanwar Daiya | Ek Duniya Mhari | Short Stories | Rajasthani |
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1984 | Sumer Singh Shekhawat | Maru-Mangal | Poetry | Rajasthani |
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1983 | Mohan Alok | Ga-Geet | Poetry | Rajasthani |
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1982 | Moolchand `Pranesh' | Chasmadith Gawah | Short Stories | Rajasthani |
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1981 | Narayan Singh Bhati | Barsan Ra Degoda Dungar Langhiyan | Poetry | Rajasthani |
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1980 | Rameshwar Dayal Shrimali | Mharo Gaon | Poetry | Rajasthani |
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1979 | Dr. Chandra Prakash Deval | Paagi | Poetry | Rajasthani |
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1978 | Anna Ram `Sudama' | Mevai Ra Runkh | Novel | Rajasthani |
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1977 | Satya Prakash Joshi | Bol Bharamli | Poetry | Rajasthani |
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1976 | Kanhaiyalal Sethia | Leeltans | Poetry | Rajasthani |
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1975 | Mani Madhukar | Pagfero | Poetry | Rajasthani |
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1974 | Vijaydan Detha | Batan Ri Phulwari Vol. X | Folk-tales | Rajasthani |
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