Salia Naira Dheu is a thought-provoking novel written by Gopinath Senapati, an eminent writer in Odia literature. The novel revolves around the protagonist Salia, who is a poor farmer and a hard worker. He lives with his wife, Naira, and their children in a small village. Life is not easy for them as they struggle to make ends meet with their limited resources.
The story takes a turn when Salia gets acquainted with a group of revolutionaries who inspire him to fight against the oppressive feudal system prevalent in their society. The novel describes the difficulties he faces in his struggle against the rich and powerful landlords who exploit the poor peasants like him.
Salia Naira Dheu eloquently portrays the social and economic disparities during colonialism in rural Odisha. The book highlights the plight of the lower castes and their oppression by the upper castes. It vividly portrays the vulnerability of the poor farmers who are trapped in a cycle of debt and poverty.
Gopinath Senapati’s writing style is simple yet evocative, and he creates a vivid picture of the lives and struggles of the rural people in Odisha. Salia Naira Dheu is a must-read for anyone interested in the cultural and social history of Odisha. The novel continues to be relevant even today, as the issues of social and economic disparities are still prevalent in our society.
Books Info
| Books name | Salia Naira Dheu |
| Author | Gopinath Senapati |
| No Of pages | 125 |
| Publisher | Gopinath Senapati |
| Publication | 1982 |
| Printed At | Gyana Prkashani |
| Distributor | NA |