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Dr. Ajay Anuragi

Satirist and Editor
Dr. Ajay Anuragi is a prolific writer and distinguished editor in the realm of Hindi literature. As the editor of the quarterly magazines Ek Aur Antarip and Alakh, he has been a beacon of literary excellence. His creative journey spans across satire, stories, novels, plays, poetry, criticism, and children's literature. Notable Works:
  • Satire Collections: Aadmi Se Savdhan, Charanam Sharanam Gacchami, Chaploosi Ka Anushasan, Sahitya Mein Poonji Nivesh, Tarazu Mein Neta, Dabav Ki Rajneeti, Kati Naak Ka Neta, Mantri Ka Matka, Ek Gadhe Ki Udaasi, and more.
  • Satirical Novels: Jaipur Tamasha and Beech Mein Sadak.
  • Youth Novels: Seedhiyon Par Sapne.
  • Story Collections: Kot Mein Tanga Aadmi.
  • Play Collections: Wrong Number.
  • Poetry Collections: Is Sadi Ke Ant Mein.
  • Criticism: Nayi Kavita Aur Girija Kumar Mathur.
  • Children's Literature: Over a dozen poetry and story collections.
  • Editorial Works: Aadmi Jaisa Aadmi.
Awards and Honors: Dr. Anuragi’s literary contributions have been recognized with numerous prestigious awards, including:
  • Rajasthan Sahitya Akademi's Devi Lal Samar Award 2023 for the play Wrong Number.
  • Jawaharlal Nehru Bal Sahitya Akademi's Yashwant Ruchir Award 2023 for the novel Seedhiyon Par Sapne.
  • Srijan Seva Sansthan's Literary Journalism Award 2023, Sri Ganganagar.
  • Sharda Ramakant Smriti Award 2022 (Dundlod).
  • Vyanga Yatra Samman (Delhi, 2011).
  • Kathadesh All India Story Award 2012.
  • Sahitya Amrit Yuva Hindi Satire Award 2009.
  • Jaipur Peace Foundation’s Vyanga Saraswat Samman 2019.
  • Yuva Kadambini Sahitya Puraskar 1991.
Dr. Anuragi’s writings vividly portray the contradictions of modern society, political anomalies, and human relationships with sharp satire and humor. His works not only entertain but also provoke profound introspection. Residing in Jaipur, Dr. Anuragi remains a passionate advocate of Hindi literature and a source of inspiration for aspiring writers.
11:00 AM (MV 2)

Friday 24th Jan

शादी और प्यार के रंग : व्यंग्य के संग

Get ready to laugh out loud as we unravel the hilarious truth about love and marriage! From dreamy courtships to epic wedding chaos, our satirical talk show takes you on a fun-filled ride through the quirks, drama, and madness of relationships. With sharp-witted guests, rib-tickling stories, and spicy debates, we’ll explore everything from in-laws to wedding budgets and romance in the age of social media. Don’t miss the show that proves love might be blind, but marriage has a wicked sense of humor!