{"id":56048,"date":"2026-08-21T20:52:38","date_gmt":"2026-08-21T15:22:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=56048"},"modified":"2026-08-21T20:52:41","modified_gmt":"2026-08-21T15:22:41","slug":"sarala-puraskar-2026-winner","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sarala-puraskar-2026-winner\/","title":{"rendered":"Sarala Puraskar 2026 Winner: Ashutosh Parida, Award Details and Key Facts"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_86 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sarala-puraskar-2026-winner\/#Sarala_Puraskar_2026_winner_Ashutosh_Parida_has_been_selected_for_the_47th_Sarala_Puraskar_for_his_poetry_collection_Bishwas_De_Pruthwi_Know_the_award_details_prize_money_ceremony_date_background_and_key_exam_facts\" >Sarala Puraskar 2026 winner Ashutosh Parida has been selected for the 47th Sarala Puraskar for his poetry collection Bishwas De Pruthwi. Know the award details, prize money, ceremony date, background and key exam facts.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sarala-puraskar-2026-winner\/#Ashutosh_Parida_Selected_for_the_Prestigious_Literary_Honour\" >Ashutosh Parida Selected for the Prestigious Literary Honour<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sarala-puraskar-2026-winner\/#Award_Recognises_Bishwas_De_Pruthwi\" >Award Recognises Bishwas De Pruthwi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sarala-puraskar-2026-winner\/#Sarala_Puraskar_Ceremony_Scheduled_in_Bhubaneswar\" >Sarala Puraskar Ceremony Scheduled in Bhubaneswar<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sarala-puraskar-2026-winner\/#About_the_Organisation_Behind_the_Award\" >About the Organisation Behind the Award<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sarala-puraskar-2026-winner\/#Other_Cultural_Honours_Announced_for_2026\" >Other Cultural Honours Announced for 2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sarala-puraskar-2026-winner\/#Importance_for_Government_Exam_Aspirants\" >Importance for Government Exam Aspirants<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sarala-puraskar-2026-winner\/#Why_This_News_is_Important\" >Why This News is Important<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sarala-puraskar-2026-winner\/#Important_Current_Affairs_Topic_for_Competitive_Exams\" >Important Current Affairs Topic for Competitive Exams<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sarala-puraskar-2026-winner\/#Relevance_to_Indian_Art_and_Culture\" >Relevance to Indian Art and Culture<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sarala-puraskar-2026-winner\/#Important_Facts_to_Remember\" >Important Facts to Remember<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sarala-puraskar-2026-winner\/#Historical_Context\" >Historical Context<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sarala-puraskar-2026-winner\/#Sarala_Puraskar_and_Odia_Literary_Tradition\" >Sarala Puraskar and Odia Literary Tradition<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sarala-puraskar-2026-winner\/#Cultural_Significance_of_Odia_Literature\" >Cultural Significance of Odia Literature<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sarala-puraskar-2026-winner\/#Expansion_of_Cultural_Recognition\" >Expansion of Cultural Recognition<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sarala-puraskar-2026-winner\/#Key_Takeaways_from_Sarala_Puraskar_2026\" >Key Takeaways from Sarala Puraskar 2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sarala-puraskar-2026-winner\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sarala-puraskar-2026-winner\/#1_Who_has_been_selected_for_the_47th_Sarala_Puraskar_2026\" >1. Who has been selected for the 47th Sarala Puraskar 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sarala-puraskar-2026-winner\/#2_Which_literary_work_won_the_Sarala_Puraskar_2026\" >2. Which literary work won the Sarala Puraskar 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sarala-puraskar-2026-winner\/#3_Which_edition_of_the_Sarala_Puraskar_will_Ashutosh_Parida_receive\" >3. Which edition of the Sarala Puraskar will Ashutosh Parida receive?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sarala-puraskar-2026-winner\/#4_When_and_where_will_the_Sarala_Puraskar_2026_be_presented\" >4. When and where will the Sarala Puraskar 2026 be presented?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sarala-puraskar-2026-winner\/#5_What_is_the_cash_prize_of_the_Sarala_Puraskar_2026\" >5. What is the cash prize of the Sarala Puraskar 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sarala-puraskar-2026-winner\/#6_What_is_the_Sarala_Puraskar_associated_with\" >6. What is the Sarala Puraskar associated with?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sarala-puraskar-2026-winner\/#7_Which_organisation_is_associated_with_the_Sarala_Puraskar\" >7. Which organisation is associated with the Sarala Puraskar?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sarala-puraskar-2026-winner\/#8_Who_are_the_recipients_of_the_2026_Ila-Bansidhar_Panda_Kala_Samman\" >8. Who are the recipients of the 2026 Ila-Bansidhar Panda Kala Samman?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sarala-puraskar-2026-winner\/#9_What_is_the_significance_of_the_Sarala_Puraskar_for_competitive_examinations\" >9. What is the significance of the Sarala Puraskar for competitive examinations?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sarala-puraskar-2026-winner\/#10_Who_is_Ashutosh_Parida\" >10. Who is Ashutosh Parida?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sarala-puraskar-2026-winner\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sarala_Puraskar_2026_winner_Ashutosh_Parida_has_been_selected_for_the_47th_Sarala_Puraskar_for_his_poetry_collection_Bishwas_De_Pruthwi_Know_the_award_details_prize_money_ceremony_date_background_and_key_exam_facts\"><\/span><strong>Sarala Puraskar 2026 winner<\/strong> Ashutosh Parida has been selected for the 47th Sarala Puraskar for his poetry collection <em>Bishwas De Pruthwi<\/em>. Know the award details, prize money, ceremony date, background and key exam facts.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ashutosh_Parida_Selected_for_the_Prestigious_Literary_Honour\"><\/span>Ashutosh Parida Selected for the Prestigious Literary Honour<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Noted Odia poet, essayist and former scientist at CSIR-IMMT, Dr. Ashutosh Parida, has been selected for the 47th Sarala Puraskar. He will receive the prestigious literary award for his poetry collection <em>Bishwas De Pruthwi<\/em>. The recognition is an important development in the field of Odia literature and is relevant for students preparing for government examinations, particularly questions related to awards, literature, Odisha and culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Award_Recognises_Bishwas_De_Pruthwi\"><\/span>Award Recognises Bishwas De Pruthwi<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The poetry collection <em>Bishwas De Pruthwi<\/em> was published in 2024 and has been selected from a final shortlist of seven books. The selection highlights the contribution of contemporary Odia writers to the preservation and development of regional languages and literary traditions. Dr. Parida is known not only for his literary work but also for his association with scientific research as a former CSIR-IMMT scientist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sarala_Puraskar_Ceremony_Scheduled_in_Bhubaneswar\"><\/span>Sarala Puraskar Ceremony Scheduled in Bhubaneswar<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The award is scheduled to be presented at a ceremony in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, on October 25, 2026. Dr. Parida will receive a citation, a copper plaque and a cash prize of Rs 7 lakh. Such factual details are important for competitive examinations, where questions often ask about award recipients, the works for which awards were given, prize amounts and associated organisations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_the_Organisation_Behind_the_Award\"><\/span>About the Organisation Behind the Award<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Sarala Puraskar is associated with the Indian Metals Public Charitable Trust (IMPaCT), which promotes literary and cultural achievements. The award is given annually to recognise outstanding contributions and achievements in Odia literature. It is regarded as one of the important literary honours connected with Odisha&#8217;s cultural landscape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_Cultural_Honours_Announced_for_2026\"><\/span>Other Cultural Honours Announced for 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Along with the Sarala Puraskar, the Ila-Bansidhar Panda Kala Samman was also announced for 2026. Odissi maestro Guru Durga Charan Ranbir and sculptor and art educator Damodar Behera were selected for the honour for lifetime excellence in their respective fields. Each recipient is to receive a citation, copper plaque and a cash award of Rs 2.5 lakh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Importance_for_Government_Exam_Aspirants\"><\/span>Importance for Government Exam Aspirants<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The announcement is particularly useful for candidates preparing for UPSC, State PSC, SSC, railway, banking and other government examinations. Questions may focus on Dr. Ashutosh Parida, the 47th Sarala Puraskar, the poetry collection <em>Bishwas De Pruthwi<\/em>, Odisha, Odia literature and the associated cultural awards. The news also demonstrates the importance of regional literature and cultural personalities in the current affairs sections of competitive examinations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\" id=\"Sarala-Puraskar-2026-winner\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com\/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQxD44RiHfi3M8vpjFw3UM57OW7cTkZAgn4UabOJ3E6Hg&amp;s=10\" alt=\"Sarala Puraskar 2026 winner\" title=\"Sarala Puraskar 2026 winner\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Sarala Puraskar 2026 winner<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_This_News_is_Important\"><\/span>Why This News is Important<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_Current_Affairs_Topic_for_Competitive_Exams\"><\/span>Important Current Affairs Topic for Competitive Exams<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The selection of Ashutosh Parida for the 47th Sarala Puraskar is an important current affairs development because awards and honours frequently appear in competitive examinations. Aspirants should remember the recipient&#8217;s name, the name of the literary work and the award associated with the achievement. Such questions can be asked directly in one-day competitive examinations as well as in the current affairs and culture sections of civil services examinations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Relevance_to_Indian_Art_and_Culture\"><\/span>Relevance to Indian Art and Culture<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The news is also significant because it highlights the literary and cultural heritage of Odisha. Indian competitive examinations increasingly cover regional languages, literature, art forms and important personalities. The Sarala Puraskar is associated with Odia literature, while the Ila-Bansidhar Panda Kala Samman recognises excellence in the arts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_Facts_to_Remember\"><\/span>Important Facts to Remember<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Students should particularly note that Dr. Ashutosh Parida has been selected for the 47th Sarala Puraskar for <em>Bishwas De Pruthwi<\/em>. The award ceremony is scheduled for October 25, 2026, in Bhubaneswar. The Sarala Puraskar includes a citation, copper plaque and Rs 7 lakh cash award. Candidates should also remember the names of Guru Durga Charan Ranbir and Damodar Behera, who were announced as recipients of the 2026 Ila-Bansidhar Panda Kala Samman.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context\"><\/span>Historical Context<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sarala_Puraskar_and_Odia_Literary_Tradition\"><\/span>Sarala Puraskar and Odia Literary Tradition<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Sarala Puraskar is one of the notable literary honours associated with Odisha and is presented annually to recognise outstanding achievements in Odia literature. It is administered by the Indian Metals Public Charitable Trust (IMPaCT), the charitable and social arm associated with IMFA. The award has played a role in recognising writers and strengthening the visibility of Odia literary creativity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cultural_Significance_of_Odia_Literature\"><\/span>Cultural Significance of Odia Literature<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Odia has a rich literary tradition that includes major contributions in poetry, prose, religious literature and historical writings. The recognition of contemporary writers through awards such as the Sarala Puraskar helps connect modern literary expression with the long cultural heritage of the region. For competitive exam aspirants, Odisha&#8217;s literature, classical language status, important writers and cultural institutions remain relevant areas of study.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Expansion_of_Cultural_Recognition\"><\/span>Expansion of Cultural Recognition<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The announcement of the Ila-Bansidhar Panda Kala Samman alongside the Sarala Puraskar reflects a broader effort to recognise achievements in both literature and the arts. The 2026 recipients include Guru Durga Charan Ranbir for performing arts and Damodar Behera for visual arts, showing the importance of preserving and honouring diverse forms of cultural expression.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_from_Sarala_Puraskar_2026\"><\/span>Key Takeaways from Sarala Puraskar 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>S. No.<\/th><th>Key Takeaway<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td>Dr. Ashutosh Parida has been selected for the <strong>47th Sarala Puraskar<\/strong>.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>He has been honoured for his poetry collection <strong>Bishwas De Pruthwi<\/strong>.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>The award ceremony is scheduled for <strong>October 25, 2026, in Bhubaneswar, Odisha<\/strong>.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>The Sarala Puraskar recipient will receive a <strong>citation, copper plaque and Rs 7 lakh cash award<\/strong>.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td><strong>Guru Durga Charan Ranbir and Damodar Behera<\/strong> were also selected for the <strong>2026 Ila-Bansidhar Panda Kala Samman<\/strong>.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Sarala Puraskar 2026 winner<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Who_has_been_selected_for_the_47th_Sarala_Puraskar_2026\"><\/span>1. Who has been selected for the 47th Sarala Puraskar 2026?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dr. Ashutosh Parida has been selected for the 47th Sarala Puraskar 2026 for his poetry collection <em>Bishwas De Pruthwi<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Which_literary_work_won_the_Sarala_Puraskar_2026\"><\/span>2. Which literary work won the Sarala Puraskar 2026?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The poetry collection <em>Bishwas De Pruthwi<\/em>, written by Ashutosh Parida, has been selected for the Sarala Puraskar 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Which_edition_of_the_Sarala_Puraskar_will_Ashutosh_Parida_receive\"><\/span>3. Which edition of the Sarala Puraskar will Ashutosh Parida receive?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ashutosh Parida will receive the <strong>47th Sarala Puraskar<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_When_and_where_will_the_Sarala_Puraskar_2026_be_presented\"><\/span>4. When and where will the Sarala Puraskar 2026 be presented?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The award ceremony is scheduled to be held on <strong>October 25, 2026, in Bhubaneswar, Odisha<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_What_is_the_cash_prize_of_the_Sarala_Puraskar_2026\"><\/span>5. What is the cash prize of the Sarala Puraskar 2026?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Sarala Puraskar carries a cash prize of <strong>Rs 7 lakh<\/strong>, along with a citation and copper plaque.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_What_is_the_Sarala_Puraskar_associated_with\"><\/span>6. What is the Sarala Puraskar associated with?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Sarala Puraskar is a prestigious literary award associated with <strong>Odia literature<\/strong> and recognises outstanding literary contributions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Which_organisation_is_associated_with_the_Sarala_Puraskar\"><\/span>7. Which organisation is associated with the Sarala Puraskar?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The award is presented by the <strong>Indian Metals Public Charitable Trust (IMPaCT)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Who_are_the_recipients_of_the_2026_Ila-Bansidhar_Panda_Kala_Samman\"><\/span>8. Who are the recipients of the 2026 Ila-Bansidhar Panda Kala Samman?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Guru Durga Charan Ranbir<\/strong> and <strong>Damodar Behera<\/strong> have been selected for the 2026 Ila-Bansidhar Panda Kala Samman.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_What_is_the_significance_of_the_Sarala_Puraskar_for_competitive_examinations\"><\/span>9. What is the significance of the Sarala Puraskar for competitive examinations?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The award is important for exams because questions on <strong>literary awards, authors, books, Indian languages, art and culture, and important personalities<\/strong> frequently appear in UPSC, State PSC, SSC, banking, railway and other government examinations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Who_is_Ashutosh_Parida\"><\/span>10. 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