Shukhalata Rao
Shukhalata Rao was an Indian social worker, artist and children's book author. Born in Calcutta in the Bengal province of British India, she was the daughter of Upendrakishore [Ray Chowdhury], and sister of Sukumar Ray. She studied in Bethune College, and obtained a bachelor's degree.
She married Dr. Jayanta Rao from Cuttack. After moving to Cuttack, Shukhalata founded the Shishu-o-Matri Mangal Kendro. She also established the Orissa Nari Seva Sangha.
Shukhalata was the editor of Alok, a newspaper. Her writings include children's stories, and fairy tales.
Selected works
Books
- Galpa-ar-Galpa
- Galper Boi
- Aro Galpa
- Khoka Elo Beriye
- Natun Para
- Shonar Mayur
- Natun Chhora
- Bideshi Chora
- Nanan Desher Rupkatha
- Pather Alo
- Aesoper Golpo
- Living Lights
- Nije Pora
- ''Behula''
Bengali play
- ''Atar Muchir Goppo''