Corona claimed yet another eminent member of Bengal civil society with noted Bengali writer Buddhadeb Guha succumbing to the pandemic little before Sunday midnight. He was 85. Though he had recovered from the disease in May he succumbed to post corona complications, sources said.

Guha known for his liberal romantic novels and stories many of them woven around forests of Jharkhand and even Madhya Pradesh was an accomplished singer of Rabindra Sangeet and was among the busiest chartered accountants of eastern India.

Having to his credit the memorable forest centric novels Madhukari, Kojagar, Koeler Kache, Tand Baghoa, Babli, Unees Bees, Sabinoy Nibedan, Baba Howa etc had created the famous character Rijuda which earned huge popularity among the children.

Expressing his condolence Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrote “Shri Buddhadeb Guha’s writings were multifaceted and displayed great sensitivity to the environment. His works were enjoyed across generations, particularly among youngsters. His passing away is a big loss to the literary world. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti.”

Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said “I am deeply saddened by the demise of the eminent writer Buddhadeb Guha. He passed away in Kolkata last night. He was 85 years old. Buddhadeb Guha, the prominent author of Bengali literature, had written notable books including Koel, Kojagar, Madhukari, Jangalmahal, Charibeti etc. He is also the creator of two popular fictional characters in Bengali literature - Rivu and Rijuda.”

Governor Jagdeep Dhankhar too wrote, “saddened at passing of eminent Bengali writer Buddhadeb Guha, author of many notable works such as 'Madhukari' (Honey Gatherer). His works of fiction reflected his closeness to nature and forests of eastern India. Pray Almighty to bestow eternal peace on the departed soul.” Winner of a number of literary awards the departed writer leaves behind two daughters.