Guwahati: Renowned Indian poet Temsula Ao passed away at the age of 77 years at a hospital in Dimapur.
Temsula Ao was a scholar from Nagaland who wrote in English died on Sunday night. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his sorrow at the passing of poet, saying that the Padma Shri recipient’s literary contributions were instrumental in promoting Naga culture.
“Saddened by the passing away of Dr. Temsula Ao, who played a pivotal role in popularising the wonderful Naga culture through her literary works. Her efforts in the fields of education and culture were noteworthy. Condolences to her family and friends. May her soul rest in peace,” Prime Minister Modi said on Twitter.
Temsula Ao won several awards throughout her career, including the Sahitya Akademi Award for ‘Laburnum For My Head’ (Short Stories) in 2013 and the Governor’s Gold Medal by the Meghalaya government in 2009.
Temsula Ao received the Padma Shri in 2007.