About Sahitya Akademi Award
The Sahitya Akademi Award is one of India’s most prestigious literary honors, presented annually by the Sahitya Akademi. Established in 1954, it recognizes outstanding books of literary merit in 24 Indian languages, including English, promoting cultural diversity and literary excellence.
List of Sahitya Akademi Award Winners 2016
In the year 2016 Goverment of India announced 24 Sahitya Akademi Award winners/recipients. Here is the list of the 24 Sahitya Akademi Award award winners for 2016:
| Images | Year | Recipient Name | Book Name | Book Category | Language |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 |
2016 | Jnan Pujari | Maghmalar Bhraman | Poetry collection | Assamese |
 |
2016 | Nrisingha Prasad Bhaduri | Mahabharater Astadashi | Essays | Bengali |
 |
2016 | Anjali Narzary | Ang Maboroi Dong Dasong | Poetry | Bodo |
 |
2016 | Chhatrapal | Cheta | Short Stories | Dogri |
 |
2016 | Jerry Pinto | Em and the Big Hoom | Novel | English |
 |
2016 | Kamal Vora | Anekanek | Poetry | Gujarati |
 |
2016 |
Nasira Sharma Also won: Vyas Samman |
Parijat | Novel | Hindi |
 |
2016 | Bolwar Mahammad Kunhi | Swatantryada Ota | Novel | Kannada |
 |
2016 | Aziz Hajini | Aan e Khane | Criticism | Kashmiri |
 |
2016 | Edwin J.F. D'Souza | Kallem Bhangar | Novel | Konkani |
 |
2016 |
Prabha Varma Also won: Saraswati Samman |
Shyamamaadhavam | Poetry | Malayalam |
 |
2016 | Moirangthem Rajen | Cheptharaba Eshingpun | Short stories | Manipuri (Meitei) |
 |
2016 | Shyam Darihare | Barki Kaki at Hotmail Dot Corn | Short Stories | Maithili |
 |
2016 | Asaram Lomate | Aalok | Short Stories | Marathi |
 |
2016 | Gita Upadhyay | Janmabhumi Mero Swadesh | Novel | Nepali |
 |
2016 | Paramita Satpathy | Prapti | Short Stories | Odia |
 |
2016 | Dr. Swarajbir Singh | Maseya Di Raat | Play | Punjabi |
 |
2016 | Bulaki Sharma | Murdjat Ar Dujee Kahaniyan (Short Stories) | Short Stories | Rajasthani |
 |
2016 | Sitanath Acharya | Kavyanirjhari | Poetry | Sanskrit |
 |
2016 | Gobinda Chandra Majhi | Nalha | Poetry | Santali |
 |
2016 | Nand Javeri | Akhar Katha | Poetry | Sindhi |
 |
2016 | Vannadasan | Oru Siru Isai | Short stories | Tamil |
 |
2016 | Papineni Sivasankar | Rajanigandha | Poetry | Telugu |
 |
2016 | Nizam Siddiqui | Mabad-e-Jadidiat Se Naye Ahed Ki Takhliqiyat Tak | Criticism | Urdu |
Frequently Asked Questions
Book Category Chart
Award research specialist focused on news analysis, fact-checking, and creating accurate content about national and international awards.
Rohit Chauhan has extensive experience in researching awards, honors, recognitions, and achievement-based news. He specializes in verifying information from trusted sources, analyzing award records, and creating well-structured, informative content for readers. His work focuses on delivering accurate and up-to-date information about award winners, award histories, nominations, and notable achievements across various fields.
