Dr Arun Kumar S Haripad
Dr Arun Kumar S Haripad Received Kerala Koumudi Literature Award for his contribution to world literature for the past 30 years. Minister P.A.Muhammad Riyas handed over the award to the literary giant.It’s a much covetted prize since Kerala Koumudi is a leading News Paper.
Dr.Arun Kumar S Haripad is a multifaceted genius, Lecturer, Bilingual Poet, Public speaker and a Lawyer all turned into one.
Dr. Arun Kumar was born on 30th May 1980 at Haripad, Alappuzha, to V.N Sivasankara Pillai and late Doctor L Jayasree. He took MA, BEd, SET, Ph.D, MHR and Bachelor of Law.
He is a renowned poet. His poetry transcends language barriers, as he has gained recognition and acclaim in both Malayalam and English. As a bilingual poet, he has been able to reach a diverse audience and create a lasting impact with his words.
Dr. Arun Kumar is a Lecturer in English in the Vocational Higher Secondary Department.
Dr Arun Kumar S Haripad is a poet, prophet who makes the world think and respond.Dr. Arun Kumar S., known by the pen name Ezhuthalan is a prominent figure in contemporary literature, culture, and cinema. He is celebrated for his poetry that resonates with readers across diverse cultures and backgrounds. Born and raised in India, his poetic journey has transcended geographical boundaries, evolving into a profound reflection of deep inner vision. This article aims to examine Dr. Arun Kumar’s numerous contributions to literature, education, and social awareness.
The essence of Dr. Arun Kumar’s achievements lies in his extensive body of work, spanning multiple poetic forms and themes. Beyond poetry anthologies, he has created several renowned albums, including Ambalapuzha Kannan, Mannarishaļa, Nenjile Novu, and Munpe Nadannavar. His audio CD Atmayanattinte Kavita (The Poetry of the Soul) is also highly acclaimed. His poetry features a unique blend
styles drawn from Indian mythology, nature, and social issues, enriched with intellectually and emotionally engaging imagery, subtle language that captivates readers. Collections such as Good Vision, Truth Goodness and Beauty Behind Love, Porali and Novu have earned widespread acclaim and become key components in poetry anthologies. His “Ezhuthalan “is hailed as a manifesto of humanity.
His ability to address themes ranging from existential questions to the complexities of human relationships has established him as a major figure in modern literature
Ezhuthalan Dr Arun Kumar S has
not only gained recognition in India but also been translated into numerous languages, enabling him to reach global audiences. His poems have been included in various literary collections, affirming his position as a prominent voice in the global literary community through journals and anthologies. Themes like love, loss, and resistance in his poetry deeply resonate with readers from diverse cultures.
Beyond his literary achievements, Dr. Arun has made significant contributions to the field of education. Having earned a doctorate in English literature, he has served as a teacher in various schools, where he inspired countless students to explore their own creative voices.
His teaching philosophy emphasizes encouraging critical thinking and nurturing a love for literature.
His social engagement extends deeply into grassroots initiatives, particularly in Thrippakkudam and Thalavady. From school development projects and yoga programmes for children to disaster-response coordination and charitable activities, Dr. Arun is known for mobilising writers and cultural workers in support of collective social causes.
Over the years, his contributions have been recognised with numerous honours, including the Kerala Kalidasan Award, O.N.V. Award, Manishada Award, and Shreshtabhasha Malayalam Award, among others. He has also received public recognition from leaders such as Ramesh Chennithala, V. Sivankutty, P. Prasad , PA Muhammad Riyas,A.K.Saseendran, Kadannappalli Ramachandran Goa Governor Sridharan Pillai, lndian President Droupadi Murmu and the like.
He is the president of Ee Yugam Literary-Cultural Organization, editor of Darppanam magazine, and a very active leader of Yuvakala Sahithi and IPTA.
His Notable awards include Sahitya Sri National Award, KSTA Literature Award, Bharatiya Sahityasamman and the like.
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