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Bimal Guha
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Guha in Delhi (2011)
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বিমল গুহ
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| Born | 27 October 1952 Chittagong, East Bengal, Dominion of Pakistan |
Bimal Guha (born October 27, 1952) is a famous poet from Bangladesh. He started writing in the 1970s. His poems often talk about the Bangladesh Liberation War, love, nature, his home country, his language, and how old traditions mix with new ideas.
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About Bimal Guha
Bimal Guha was born in a place called Bajalia Union. This was in the Chittagong District of Bangladesh. His parents were Prasanna Kumar Guha and Manadabala Guha. He was the oldest of four children.
He went to Bajalia High School for his early studies. He finished school in 1968. Later, he studied at Satkania College. He completed his higher secondary education there in 1970.
Bimal Guha then went to the University of Chittagong. He earned his master's degree in Bengali literature in 1975. He also studied publishing at Napier University. He learned about editing and publishing in the Philippines and Thailand. In 1997, he earned his PhD from the University of Dhaka. His PhD was about modern Bengali poetry.
His Journey as a Writer
Bimal Guha started writing in 1968. He was still in school at that time. He loved reading poems by Rabindranath Tagore. These poems inspired him to write his own.
His very first poem was called Akash (The Sky). It was published in his college magazine in 1969. Soon after, his poems started appearing in many magazines and newspapers.
His first book of poems came out in 1982. It was titled Ahongkar, Tomar Shabdo ("Pride, Your Words"). Bimal Guha's writing style kept changing. He always looked for new ways to express himself. His poems use special words and images. This makes his style unique in Bangladeshi poetry.
Bimal Guha has written 32 books. These include poetry, research, and travel stories. He has also written over 100 articles. These articles are about literature and culture. He is known for being strong and never giving up. He always fights for what he believes in.
In the 1970s, after the Bangladesh Liberation War, many young poets emerged. They brought new ideas and feelings to Bangladeshi poetry. Bimal Guha was one of these important poets. He is part of many literary groups. These include the Bangladesh Writers Club and the Bangla Academy.
What Critics Say
Many people have praised Bimal Guha's poetry.
Shudhasattwa Bose is a poet and critic from India. He said that Bimal Guha's poems brought new feelings. He noted that the way poems were written changed a lot. He felt that Bimal's poems started a new journey for poetry.
Professor Syed Manzoorul Islam also spoke about Bimal Guha's work. He said Bimal's poems talk about today's problems. They show how people struggle in a changing world. He added that Guha writes about love. Love can offer hope, but it is often challenged by a busy world. Guha also writes about the need for social change. Professor Islam admired his clear writing style. He said it connects to old traditions but also feels modern.
British poet Benjamin Zephaniah shared his thoughts too. He said Bimal's poetry feels like a conversation. He also noted that Bimal is very passionate about poetry from Bangladesh.
His Family Life
Bimal Guha married Meena Guha in 1980. They have three daughters. Their names are Ishika, Upoma, and Mithila.
He started working at the University of Dhaka in 1979. He worked in the Bureau of Publications for a long time. Now, he teaches at the university. He teaches in the Department of Printing and Publication Studies.
His Books
Poetry Books
- Ahongkar, Tomar Shabdo (1982)
- Sanko Par Hole Kholapath (1985)
- Swapne Jwale Shartohin Bhor (1986)
- Bhalobasar Kobita (1989)
- Poetry (Translated by Syed Manzoorul Islam) (1989)
- Nasto Manush O Onnanno Kobita (1995)
- Pratibadi Shabder Michhil (2000)
- Nirbachito Kobita (2001)
- Selected Poems of Bimal Guha (Translated by Siddique Mahmudur Rahman) (2010)
- Thirteen Poems of Bimal Guha (Translated by Kabir Chowdhury) (2011)
- Amra Rayechhi Mati Chhunye (2011)
- Prottekei Prithok Biplobi (2015)
- Biborer Gaan (2015)
- Kobita Sangraha (2016)
- O Prem O Jaltarango (2019)
- Dwitio Britte (2020)
- Bangabandhu O Onnano Kobita (2021)
- E-Kon Mataal Nritto (2022)
- Shreshto Kobita (BehulaBangla Selection) (2023)
- Amader Dirghoshwasguli Jege Achhe (2023)
Poetry for Young Readers
- Megh Gurgur Bishti Namey (2000)
- Aguner Dim (2001)
- Chadai Chhana (2002)
- Shada Megher Bhela (2008)
- Tupur O Charka Budi (2013)
- Kishor Kobita Sangraha (2014)
- Tupar Sarabela (2016)
- Sheikh Mujiber Bajrokantho Dak (2020)
Research Books
- Ohidul Alam : Life and Literature (1999)
- Adhunik Bangla Kobitay Lokojo Upadan (2001)
Travel Stories
- Onno Deshe Onno Bhubane (2008)
- Statue of Liberty (2018)
Autobiography
- Dhalproharer Alo (2022)
Other Books
- Dhaka Bishwabidyalaya Printing and Publication Studies Bibhag Protisthar Itihas (2019)
- Sheikh Mujiber Tarjani (2021)
- Ekattorer Duhshaho Din (2022)
- Godder Adale Jato Kotha (2022)
Awards and Recognitions
Bimal Guha has received many awards for his literary work:
- Best Young Poet Award from the Ministry of Information, Government of Bangladesh (1979)
- Kingbadontir Amra National Literary Award for poetry (1385 Bangla Era)
- Bangabandhu Memorial Award (2000)
- Palal Prokashani 50th Birth Anniversary Celebration (2002)
- Poet-Celebrity of Bangladesh Writers' Club (2002)
- Special issue on Bimal Guha by Shilpa O Sahitya literary journal (2002)
- Bimal Guha: Kobi-O-Kobita, a book edited by Farook Mahmud & Khan Mahbub (2003)
- Faridpur Nirnoy Shilpigoshthi Gold Medal (2008)
- Poet Jibanananda Das Award (2009)
- Sahityo Academy, New York City Honour (2012)
- Palal Prokashani 60th Birth Anniversary celebration (2012)
- Sufi Motahar Hossen Literary Award-2009 (2013)
- Abasor Literary Award 1422 (Bengali Year) (2015)
- Arani Sahitya Puraskar (2016)
- The 65th Birth Anniversary celebration (2017)
- Bangladesh Writers Club Literary Award for poetry (2020)
- Bangla Academy Literary Award for poetry (2021)
- The 70th Birth Anniversary celebration (2022)
- Padakshep Bangladesh Literary Award for poetry (2022)
