Trilochan Shastri

Trilochan Shastri
Born
Vasudev Singh

(1917-08-20)August 20, 1917
DiedDecember 9, 2007(2007-12-09) (aged 90)
Ghaziabad, India
Occupation
  • Poet
  • writer
  • scholar
SubjectHindi literature
Notable worksTap Ke Taaye Hue Din
Notable awardsSahitya Akademi Award (1982)
Shalaka Samman (1989–90)

Trilochan Shastri (20 August 1917 – 9 December 2007) was an Indian poet, writer, and scholar who made contributions to Hindi literature. Known for his evocative poetry and insightful prose, Shastri was a prominent figure in the progressive literary movement in India. His works often reflected social realities, human emotions, and the complexities of rural and urban life. He received several awards, including the Sahitya Akademi Award and the Shalaka Samman, for his contributions to Hindi literature.