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Chandiroor Divakaran
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Born Kalathil Makki Divakaran
(1946-05-10) 10 May 1946 (age 79)
Chandiroor, Kerala, British India
Occupation Writer, author, poet, songwriter
Language Malayalam
Nationality Indian
Genres Fiction and poetry
Years active 1965-present

Kalathil Makki Divakaran, also known by his pen name Chandiroor Divakaran, is a famous writer from Kerala, India. He writes poems and folk songs in the Malayalam language. Folk songs are traditional songs that often tell stories or describe everyday life. In 2011, he received the Ambedkar National Award for all his amazing work in Malayalam literature. This award shows how much his writing has contributed to the language.

What Chandiroor Divakaran Wrote

Chandiroor Divakaran has written many books and collections of poems throughout his career. His first work, Radha, was published in 1965. He continued to write, releasing Parnnupoya Inakkuyil in 1966 and Malsyaghandhi in 1968.

His Books and Poetry Collections

  • Sheriffa – (1969)
  • Udayavum Kathu – (1977)
  • Aazhathilodungiya Jeevithangal – (1980)
  • Madhya Durantham – (1982)
  • Kudumbini – (1990) (This is a short story collection)
  • Muzhakkuka Panjajanyam – (1991)
  • Pakal pakshiyude geetham – (1996)
  • Arani – (1999)
  • Pattini Theyyam – (2003)
  • Vishadhaparvam – (2004)
  • Viswakarmakeerthanangal – (2007)
  • Iniyethradhooram – (2008)
  • Mounanombaram – (2011)
  • Karnikaram – (2013)

Poetry for Young Readers

Chandiroor Divakaran also wrote poetry specifically for children. These works are fun and engaging for younger audiences.

  • Chakara – (1994)
  • Desapuranam – (1996)
  • Ulsavam – (2003)

Awards and Recognition

Chandiroor Divakaran has received many awards for his writing and contributions to literature. These awards celebrate his talent and the impact of his work.

List of Awards

  • Poppal Gana Award – (1976)
  • Jnanodhayam Sabha P.K.M Vayanasala Award – (1977)
  • DYFI Award – (Palluruthy Zone, 1978)
  • Chethana Award – (1979)
  • Mathrubhumi Award – (Thrissur District, 1981)
  • Samastha Kerala Sahithya Parishath Award – (1985)
  • Yuvabhushanam Vayanasala Award – (1987)
  • Ujala Award – (1994)
  • Surendran Memorial Award – (1994) – for his work Vishadha
  • Padit Karuppan Sahithya Award – (1994)
  • Bodhi Sahithya Puraskaram – (2003)
  • Jusse Award – (2005)
  • Krishna Award – (2008)
  • P.K. Thevar Award – (2009)
  • Akshyadeepapuraskaram – (2010)
  • Ambedkar Award – (2011)
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