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Dharwad Loses Literary Giant: GV Kulkarni Dies at 91
4 Oct
Summary
- Veteran writer, poet, and critic GV Kulkarni passed away at 91.
- He held degrees in Kannada, Sanskrit, English, and law.
- Kulkarni's notable works explored figures like Sri Aurobindo and V.K. Gokak.
The literary world is in mourning following the passing of Dr. Gurunath Vithalrao Kulkarni, affectionately known as GV Kulkarni, on Sunday, October 4, 2026. He was 91 years old. Kulkarni was a distinguished figure, recognized for his multifaceted talents as a writer, poet, playwright, orator, and critic.
Born on October 17, 1934, in Vijayapura district, Kulkarni's educational journey spanned Dharwad, Hubballi, and Gadag. He earned degrees in Kannada and Sanskrit, English, and law. His academic prowess was further highlighted by a PhD for his thesis on the influence of Sri Aurobindo on V.K. Gokak.
Kulkarni dedicated his professional life to education, serving as a teacher and principal at various colleges in Mumbai before his retirement. His prolific literary output encompassed poetry collections, short stories, novels, plays, and critical essays. His books, such as 'Na Kanda Bendre' and 'Samanvayacharya Gokak', garnered widespread acclaim.
Beyond his literary achievements, Kulkarni was a proponent of naturopathy, spirituality, and yoga, and frequently contributed columns to newspapers. He is survived by his wife, two sons, and a daughter.
