Renowned Nepali writer and Padma Shri awardee Lil Bahadur Chhetri passes away at 92
Guwahati, Assam – Renowned Nepali writer and Padma Shri awardee Lil Bahadur Chhetri has passed away at the age of 92. Chhetri’s demise, who made significant contributions to the upliftment of Nepali language and literature, has caused an irreparable loss to the literary world.
Chhetri, the author of timeless novels like “Basai”, had been highlighting Nepali language, culture, and identity through literature. His writings played an important role in spreading public awareness by depicting the reality of Nepali society.
Literary and cultural figures have expressed deep grief over his demise. Even though one light of Nepali literature has gone out, his invaluable contribution will always live on.
