The Dhahan Prize For Punjabi Literature

To inspire the creation of Punjabi literature across borders, bridging Punjabi communities around the world and promoting Punjabi literature on a global scale.

Deepti Babuta

Deepti Babuta author of Bhukh Eon Sah Laindi Hai, ਭੁੱਖ ਇਉਂ ਸਾਹ ਲੈਂਦੀ ਹੈ, بُھکھ ایوں ساہ لیندی ہے

Mohali, Punjab, India

Deepti Babuta holds multiple MA degrees in History, Literature, and Education. Along with a stellar teaching career in numerous schools, she has served as a school principal. Her writing has been featured in a variety of magazines. She has contributed to theatre and film arts. She is the recipient of the Dalbir Chetan Yadghari award for the title story, ‘Bhukh Eon Sah Laindi Hai.’