Jagadish Joshila | |
|---|---|
| Born | |
| Occupation | Writer, novelist |
| Awards | Padma Shri (2025)[1] |
Jagadish Joshila is an Indian writer and novelist known for his contributions to Nimadi literature.[2] He was awarded the Padma Shri in 2025 for his work in preserving and promoting the cultural and literary heritage of the Nimar region in Madhya Pradesh.[3][4]
Early life and education[edit | edit source]
Jagadish Joshila hails from the Khargone district of Madhya Pradesh.[5] He developed a passion for literature from a young age, which later became the foundation of his literary career.[6]
Literary contributions[edit | edit source]
Joshila has authored numerous works in Nimari, a regional language spoken in parts of Madhya Pradesh. His writings focus on folklore, cultural narratives, and traditional themes that depict the lifestyle and history of the Nimar region.[7] His ability to blend literature with folk traditions has earned him recognition.[8]
Awards[edit | edit source]
In 2025, the Government of India honored him with the Padma Shri, one of the country’s highest civilian awards, the fourth highest, for his exceptional work in literature and folk music.[9][10][11]
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ "Padma Awards 2025: Government announces first list of Padma Shri awardees; see full list". Times of India. Retrieved 2025-01-26.
- ↑ "Para-archer, folk singer, 96-yr-old puppeteer: Unsung heroes shine in Padma list". Times of India. Retrieved 2025-01-26.
- ↑ "Padma Award Winners 2025 Full List: Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, Padma Shri". Bru Times News.
- ↑ "Padma Awards 2025 announced". pib.gov.in.
- ↑ "खरगोन के जगदीश जोशीला को पद्मश्री मिलेगा:निमाड़ी साहित्य में योगदान देने पर होंगे सम्मानित, 56 किताबें लिखी". Dainik Bhaskar. Retrieved 2025-01-26.
- ↑ "In conversation with the Padma Shri novelist, doctor, and folk singer". Dainik Bhaskar. Retrieved 2025-01-26.
- ↑ "The only Nimari novelist in the country: Who is Jagdish Joshila?". Navbharat Times. Retrieved 2025-01-26.
- ↑ "Jagdish Joshila got Padma Shri for his contribution to Nimari literature". Live Hindustan. Retrieved 2025-01-26.
- ↑ "Who is Jagdish Joshila of MP, who will receive the Padma Shri award?". NDTV. Retrieved 2025-01-26.
- ↑ "Struggles of grassroots heroes felicitated with Padma Shri". Dainik Bhaskar English. Retrieved 2025-01-26.
- ↑ "Padma Shri conferred to five personalities from MP". Dainik Bhaskar English. Retrieved 2025-01-26.