Brought a new Sensibility to Malayalam fiction writing.
His novel on old age homes 'Vriddha Sadanam' was an innovative
theme for Malayalam readers. His short strory 'Adukkala'
was hailed probably the best feminist story in Malayalam.
He was a good editor and edited 'The Gulf Voice' till
he breathed his last.
Important Works:
Kailikalum Pookkalum, Erachiyum Kunthrikkavum, Jatakam,
Kinarukal, Prarthanakalode Nilkkunnu, Virunnum Mesajileku
Nilavilakalode, Kakali, Bhoomi Sastram.
Awards / honours:
Sahitya Akadami Award & Cherukad Award, 1995
- Vriddhasdanam
Arkanam Award, 1989 Soochikkuzhayil Oru Yakkob
(short Story)
SBT Award, Katha (Stories)
Thoppil Bhasi Award, Upajanman (Novel)
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