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Shahabuddin Rathod (Padma Shree) | |
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| Born | (1937-12-09)9 December 1937 (age 87) Thangadh nearSurendranagar, India |
| Occupation(s) | Humorist (1971 – present) Writer Teacher (1958 - 1971) Principal (1971 - 1996) |
| Spouse | Sabira (1971 – present) |
| Children | 4 |
Shahabuddin Rathod is aGujarati scholar, teacher and humorist. He was awardedPadma Shri in the field of literature and education in 2020.[1]
Shahabuddin Rathod was born on 8 December 1937 atThangadh (now inSurendranagar district,Gujarat,India). He was born and raised in aGujarati Muslim family. He was a teacher from 1958 to 1971 and aschool principal from 1971 to 1996. In addition to a good knowledge about his Islamic background and faith, he has also learned aboutSanskrit language andHinduism.[2]
He is awardedPadma Shri, fourth highest civilian award in India, for his services in the field of literature and education in 2020.[1]
His humour books includeMare Kya Lakhavu Hatu?,Hasata-Hasavata,Anmol Atithya,Sajjan Mitrona Sangathe,Dukhi Thavani Kala,Show Must Go On,Lakh Rupiayani Vaat,Devu To Marad Kare,Maro Gadhedo Dekhay Chhe?,Hasyano Varghodo,Darpan Juth Na Bole. He had written 10 books in Gujarati and one in Hindi. Jagdish Trivedi has edited four more books from his works.[2]
The television comedy seriesPapad Pol – Shahabuddin Rathod Ki Rangeen Duniya is based on his work. His works are also adapted into films such asShahabuddin Rathodno Hasyano Varghodo (Gujarati, 2010).[3]
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