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Amitav Ghosh, Namita Gokhale to receive University of York honorary degrees
They have played transformative roles in shaping the global literary landscape and amplifying Indian literary voices worldwide.
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Bhavana P - Thu, 03, Jul 2025
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Amitav Ghosh (L) and Namita Gokhale (R) / University of York
The University of York has named acclaimed Indian-origin authors Amitav Ghosh and Namita Gokhale among ten honorary degree recipients for this year’s graduation ceremonies at Central Hall.
Ghosh, one of the most celebrated contemporary Indian writers, will be honored for his significant contributions to literature and global thought. With a literary career spanning over decades, he has authored nine novels, four non-fiction works, and two essay collections.
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Ghosh’s critically acclaimed Ibis Trilogy and environmental writings have brought global attention to colonial histories and climate change. In 2018, he became the first English-language writer to be awarded the prestigious Jnanpith Award, India’s highest literary honor.
In 2024, he received the Erasmus Prize and was also elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, underlining his impact on global literary and academic discourse.
Joining him on the honorary roll is Gokhale, an influential writer, editor, and literary curator. She is the author of 25 books, including fiction, non-fiction, and edited anthologies. Her debut novel Paro: Dreams of Passion, a landmark in Indian English fiction, remains in continuous print for over four decades.
Gokhale is also the co-founder and co-director of the Jaipur Literature Festival, widely regarded as one of the largest literary gatherings in the world. In 2021, she received the Sahitya Akademi Award for her historical novel Things to Leave Behind, which explores India's colonial past with rare nuance.
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