Sanjiv Verenkar
Sanjiv Verenkar | |
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 Verenkar in 2014 | |
| Born | 1959 Savoi-Verem, Goa, India |
| Died | 18 March 2023 (aged 63–64) Goa, India |
| Occupation | Poet, journalist |
| Language | Konkani, Marathi |
| Education | Smt. Parvatibai Chowgule College |
| Notable works | Raktachandan (poetry collection) |
| Notable awards | Sahitya Akademi Award (2021) |
| Children | 2 |
Sanjiv Verenkar (1959 – 18 March 2023) was an Indian poet and journalist from Goa, recognized for his contributions to Konkani literature. He was a recipient of the Sahitya Akademi Award for his poetry collection Raktachandan, which explored themes of social struggle and human suffering.[1][2]
Early life and education
Verenkar was born in 1959 in the village of Savoi-Verem in Ponda taluka, Goa.[3] He attended A. J. de Almeida High School in Ponda and later completed his higher education at Smt. Parvatibai Chowgule College in Margao.[1]
Career
Journalism
Verenkar had a career in journalism lasting approximately 35 years. He was associated with several prominent publications in Goa, including the Marathi daily Tarun Bharat and the Konkani daily Sunaparant.[3]
Literature
Throughout his literary career, Verenkar authored authored 17 books, nine of which are poetry collections.[1] His work was noted for moving away from traditional romanticism to focus on the "harsh realities of life" and the difficulties faced by the common man.[2]
His most notable work, the poetry anthology Raktachandan, was published in 2019 by Sanjana Publications. The collection consists of 50 poems that delve into social issues and personal grief.[4] Verenkar also served as the president of the Goa Konkani Lekhak Sangh (Goa Konkani Writers Association).[1]
Awards and honors
- Sahitya Akademi Award (2021) for Raktachandan.[2]
- Goa State Cultural Award.[1]
- Konkani Bhasha Mandal Award.[3]
- Dr. T.M.A. Pai Foundation Award.[3]
Death
Verenkar died on 18 March 2023 at the age of 64, following a brief illness. He was survived by his wife and two daughters.[1][3]
References
- ^ a b c d e f Unni, Vinaya (2023-03-18). "Konkani poet and Sahitya Akademi awardee Sanjiv Verenkar dies". The Times of India. Retrieved 2025-12-31.
- ^ a b c "Poet Verenkar, who brought alive pain, suffering wins Sahitya Akademi award". The Times of India. 2021-12-31. Retrieved 2025-12-31.
- ^ a b c d e "Goans pay tribute to veteran journalist, writer Sanjiv Verenkar". Prudent Media. 2023-03-18. Retrieved 2025-12-31.
- ^ "Sanjeev Verekar wins Sahitya award for his Konkani poems". The Goan Everyday. 2021-12-31. Retrieved 2025-12-31.