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Haldhar Nag left school after Class 3, later won Padma Shri for his poetry

Haldhar Nag, a gifted poet from Odisha, faced profound challenges after his father’s death, leading him to leave school. Despite this setback, his poignant poetry in the Kosli language gained national recognition, inspiring academic studies that underscore its cultural importance. Nag’s inaugural poem was published in 1990, reflecting on social themes. In 2016, he was awarded the Padma Shri, marking his vital role in promoting regional literature in scholarly discussions.

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