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| notable_works = Tap Ke Taaye Hue Din<br />
| awards = [[Sahitya Akademi Award]] (1982) <br> Shalaka Samman (1989–90)<br />
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| birth_date = {{Birth date|1917|08|20}}<br />
| death_date = {{Death date and age|2007|12|09|1917|08|20}}<br />
| birth_name = Vasudev Singh<br />
| birth_place = [[Sultanpur district]], [[Uttar Pradesh]], India<br />
| occupation = {{Cslist|Poet|writer|scholar}}<br />
| subject = [[Hindi literature]]<br />
| death_place = [[Ghaziabad]], India<br />
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'''Trilochan Shastri''' (20 August 1917 – 9 December 2007) was an Indian poet, writer, and scholar who made contributions to [[Hindi literature]]. Known for his evocative poetry and insightful prose, Shastri was a prominent figure in the progressive literary movement in India. His works often reflected social realities, human emotions, and the complexities of rural and urban life. He received several awards, including the [[Sahitya Akademi Award]] and the Shalaka Samman, for his contributions to Hindi literature.<br />
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== Early life and education ==<br />
Trilochan Shastri, born Vasudev Singh, was born on 20 August 1917 in Chirani Patti village, [[Sultanpur district]], [[Uttar Pradesh, India]]. Growing up in a rural setting, he was deeply influenced by the simplicity and struggles of village life, which later became a recurring theme in his literary works.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |date=2007-12-09 |title=Renowned Hindi poet Trilochan Shastri dead |url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/delhi/renowned-hindi-poet-trilochan-shastri-dead/story-Ciy4YOKrHg3mjSkbuReE8M.html |access-date=2025-08-20 |website=Hindustan Times |language=en}}</ref><ref name=":1">{{Cite web |title=त्रिलोचन |url=http://www.anubhuti-hindi.org/gauravgram/trilochan/index.htm |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20071219034226/http://www.anubhuti-hindi.org/gauravgram/trilochan/index.htm |archive-date=2007-12-19 |access-date=2025-08-20 |website=www.anubhuti-hindi.org}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news |date=20 August 2025 |title=कवि त्रिलोचन शास्त्री को उनकी जयंती पर श्रद्धांजलि दी गई। त्रिलोचन ने हिंदी कविता में महत्वपूर्ण योगदान दिया और शोषित समाज की आवाज बने। उनका असली नाम वासुदेव सिंह था और उन्होंने 550 सॉनेट लिखे। |url=https://www.livehindustan.com/bihar/chapra/story-tribute-to-poet-trilochan-shastri-voice-of-the-marginalized-201755709183515.html |work=Live Hindustan}}</ref><br />
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He pursued his education in [[Sanskrit]], Hindi, and [[Indian philosophy]], which shaped his intellectual and poetic sensibilities.<ref name=":1" /><br />
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== Literary career ==<br />
Shastri emerged as a leading voice in the progressive literary movement in Hindi literature during the mid-20th century.<ref name=":1" /><br />
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His poetry is characterised by its lyrical quality, emotional depth, and social consciousness. He was associated with the ''Pragativadi'' (Progressive) and ''Prayogvadi'' (Experimental) schools of [[Hindi poetry]], blending traditional forms with modern themes.<ref name=":1" /><br />
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Shastri’s notable works include his poetry collections such as ''Dharti Ke Geet'', ''Gulab Aur Kaante'', and ''Tap Ke Taaye Hue Din''. His collection ''Tap Ke Taaye Hue Din'' (1982) earned him the [[Sahitya Akademi Award]] in 1982. His poems often explored themes of social inequality, human resilience, and the beauty of everyday life.<ref name=":1" /><ref name=":0" /><br />
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In addition to poetry, Shastri wrote essays, short stories, and critical works, contributing to the broader landscape of Hindi literature.<ref name=":1" /><ref>{{Cite web |title=प्रगतिशील धारा के प्रमुख कवि त्रिलोचन शास्त्री की चुनिंदा कविताएं... |url=https://www.amarujala.com/kavya/sahitya/trilochan-shastri-best-poetry-collection |access-date=2025-08-21 |website=Amar Ujala |language=hi}}</ref><br />
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== Awards and recognition ==<br />
• [[Sahitya Akademi Award]] (1982) for ''Tap Ke Taaye Hue Din''.<ref name=":0" /><br />
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• [[Shalaka Samman]] (1989–90) by the [[Hindi Academy]], recognising his contributions to Hindi literature.<ref>{{Cite web |last=admin |date=2018-12-02 |title=शलाका सम्मान सूची {{!}} Shalaka Awards List |url=https://hindisarang.com/shalaka-awards-list/ |access-date=2025-08-20 |website=HINDI SARANG |language=en-US}}</ref><ref name=":0" /><br />
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• Honorific titles such as '''Shastri''' and '''Sahitya Ratna''', conferred in acknowledgment of his literary and scholarly achievements.<br />
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== Death and legacy ==<br />
Shastri lived a life dedicated to literature and social engagement. His works continue to inspire poets, writers, and readers for their simplicity, emotional depth, and social relevance.<ref name=":2">{{Cite web |title=BBCHindi |url=https://www.bbc.com/hindi/entertainment/story/2005/05/050504_trilochan_poet |access-date=2025-08-20 |website=www.bbc.com}}</ref><br />
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Shastri spent his final days in [[Haridwar, Uttarakhand]], and died on December 9, 2007, after a long battle with [[diabetes]], [[high blood pressure]], and a [[tumor]]. He died at his residence in [[Vaishali (Ghaziabad)|Vaishali, Ghaziabad]], leaving behind a rich legacy in Hindi literature.<ref name=":0" /><ref name=":2" /><ref>{{Cite web |title=Rashtriya Sahara |url=http://www.rashtriyasahara.com/NewsDetailFrame.aspx?newsid=45060 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20071211114443/http://www.rashtriyasahara.com/NewsDetailFrame.aspx?newsid=45060 |archive-date=2007-12-11 |access-date=2025-08-20 |website=www.rashtriyasahara.com}}</ref><br />
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He is considered as an important figure of Hindi [[Sonnet]]. His poetry remains an integral part of Hindi literary studies, and his contributions are celebrated for bridging traditional and modern sensibilities.<ref name=":2" /><ref>{{Cite web |title=Tribute to Poet Trilochan Shastri {{!}} Communist Party of India (Marxist-Leninist) Liberation |url=https://www.cpiml.net/liberation/2008/01/tribute-poet-trilochan-shastri |access-date=2025-08-21 |website=www.cpiml.net |language=en}}</ref><br />
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== Selected works ==<br />
• ''Dharti Ke Geet''<br />
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• ''Gulab Aur Kaante''<br />
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• ''Tap Ke Taaye Hue Din'' (1982)<br />
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• Various essays and short stories<br />
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== References ==<br />
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