About Vyas Samman
The Vyas Samman is a prestigious annual Indian literary award instituted by the K.K. Birla Foundation in 1991. It recognizes outstanding literary works in Hindi authored by an Indian citizen and published in the preceding 10 years. The award carries a cash prize of ₹4 lakh, a plaque, and a citation.
History of Vyas Samman
The award was established in 1991 to promote and celebrate outstanding contributions to modern Hindi literature. It is widely recognized as the second-highest literary honor in India, falling just behind the esteemed Jnanpith Award.
Vyas Samman Winners List (1991-2025)
| Images | Year | Recipient Name | Book Name | Book Category |
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2024 | Suryabala | Kaun Des Ko Vasi: Venu Ki Diary | Novel |
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2023 | Pushpa Bharati | Yaadein, Yaadein!...Aur Yaadein | Memoir |
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2022 | Gyan Chaturvedi | Pagalkhana | Novel |
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2021 | Asghar Wajahat | Mahabali | Play |
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2020 | Sharad K. Pagare | Patliputra ki Samragi | Novel |
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2019 | Nasira Sharma | Kagaz Ki Naav | Novel |
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2018 | Leeladhar Jagudi | Jitne Log Utne Prem | Novel |
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2017 | Mamta Kalia | Dukkham Sukkham | Novel |
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2016 | Surendra Verma | Kaatna shami ka vriksha padma-pankhuri ki dhar se | Novel |
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2015 | Sunita Jain | Kshama | Poetry |
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2014 | Kamal Kishore Goyenka | Premchand Kee Kahaniyon Kaa Kaal Kramanusar Adhyan | - |
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2013 | Vishwanath Tripathi | Vyomkesh Darvesh | Memoir |
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2012 | Narendra Kohli | Na Bhooto Na Bhavishyati | Novel |
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2011 | Ramdarash Mishra Saraswati Samman | Aam K Patte | Poetry |
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2010 | Vishwanath Prasad Tiwari | Phir Bhi Kuch Rah Jayega | Poetry |
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2009 | Amar Kant Jnanpith Award | Inhi Hathiyaron Se | - |
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2008 | Mannu Bhandari | Ek Kahani Yah Bhi | Autobiography |
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2006 | Parmanand Srivastava | Kavita Ki Arthaat | - |
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2005 | Chandrakanta | Katha Satisar | Novel |
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2004 | Mridula Garg | Kath Gulab | - |
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2003 | Chitra Mudgal | Anwan | - |
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2002 | Kailash Vajpeyi | Prithvi Ka Krishna Paksh | - |
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2001 | Ramesh Chandra Shah | Aalochana ka paksh | - |
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2000 | Giriraj Kishore | Pehla Girimitya | - |
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1999 | Shrilal Shukla Jnanpith Award | Bisarampur Ka Sant | - |
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1998 | Govind Mishra Saraswati Samman | Paanch Aanganon wala Ghar | - |
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1997 | Kedarnath Singh Jnanpith Award | Uttar Kabir Tatha Anya Kavitaen | Poetry |
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1996 | Ramswarup Chaturvedi | Hindi Sahitya aur Samvedna ka Vikas | - |
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1995 | Kunwar Narayan | Koi Dusra Nahin | Poetry |
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1994 | Dharamvir Bharati | Sapna Abhi Bhi | Poetry |
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1993 | Girija Kumar Mathur | Main Waqt ke Hoon Samane | Poetry |
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1992 | Shiv Prasaad Singh | Neela Chand | Novel |
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1991 | Ram Vilas Sharma | Bharat ke Pracheen bhasha parivar aur Hindi | - |
Vyas Samman FAQs
Vyas Samman is a recognized award honoring excellence and achievements in Literary category, awarded to deserving individuals or organizations worldwide.
It is a Literary award category, recognizing outstanding contributions, performance, and excellence in Literary field or domain globally.
This award is given for Outstanding contributions in Hindi literature, honoring individuals or groups who have demonstrated exceptional achievements and contributions in this area.
The Vyas Samman is presented by K.K. Birla Foundation, recognizing excellence and honoring individuals for their significant achievements and contributions.
Vyas Samman was first awarded in 1991, marking the beginning of recognizing excellence and achievements in its respective category.
The most recent Vyas Samman was awarded in 2025, continuing its tradition of recognizing excellence and outstanding achievements globally.
Currently, the Vyas Samman is Continue, indicating whether the award is actively presented or has been discontinued officially.
Vyas Samman is awarded by India, recognizing achievements and honoring individuals or organizations associated with India country and its excellence.
