Jun 4, 2012
BHAVNAGAR: Family members and citizens of Bhavnagar are celebrating the 100th birth anniversary of noted poet and short story writer late Nathalal Dave, who was born on June 3, 1912 in Bhavnagar. According to his son Nirubhai Dave, there are over 22 books to his credit.
Nathalal's first book of poems 'Kalindi' was published in 1942. His creations 'Jhanvi', 'Anurag', 'Upadrava', 'Mukhva' and 'Halve Hathe' are popular even today. Dave's 'Jhanvi' and 'Upadrava' won accolades from state government too.
His last book was an obituary to Guru Rabindranath Tagore called 'Ravindra Vaibhav' which was published in 1985.
Dave's collection of short stories, 'Shikhar ne Pele Par', was received very well by the readers.
"To mark his 100th birthday, we have planned various literary programmes in Bhavnagar. The first in the series will be a Kavi Sammelan in September this year. We will also organize musical nights, Hashya Darbar and other events," said Nirubhai.
Nathalal was education inspector and retired as principal of BEd College in Mangrol. He died in December 1995.
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