Yashwant Mehta's Literary Footprint in Gujarat

GREEN WHEELS Observation

- Vinod Chandrashekhar Dixit Freelance writer, Journalist & Cartoonist Ahmedabad

Yashwant Mehta, (87) a distinguished Gujarati novelist and children's writer with a remarkable career spanning over 40 years has made significant contributions to Gujarati literature.

He has authored over 500 books, including 400 children's literature books, 32 novels, and 70 science books. His writing often focuses on strong women of Gujarat, showcasing his appreciation for the region's rich cultural heritage. He is a recipient of the Children's Literature Award from Delhi Sahitya Akademi, making him the first Gujarati author to receive this honor. Some of his notable works include "Mummy Mane Jawa Dene Umar Ni Bahar" and "Avakashi Chanchiya". His books are available on online platforms like Pravin Prakashan, Amazon, and Goodreads. Yashwant Mehta has earned a place in the hearts of readers as a writer and journalist and as part of his novels says that creating a friendly and rewarding culture for writers is critical to the nation's development by instilling a love of reading. Various learned groups in this sector should collaborate and assist children's authors and books.