Author of the Bengali classic Chowringee, writer Mani Shankar Mukhopadhay. | Photo Credit: The Hindu Archives Eminent Bengali author Mani Shankar Mukhopadhay, popularly known as ‘Shankar’, died at a hospital here on Friday (February 20, 2026) afternoon, family members said. Mukhopadhay, 93, was unwell for some time, they said. He is survived by two daughters. Mukhopadhay, whose novels like ‘Chowringee’ captured the complexities of urban life and society, was widely regarded as one of the most popular authors in Bengali literature. West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee condoled his death, describing him as a towering literary figure, whose writings will continue to inspire generations. Published – February 20, 2026 03:41 pm IST Share this: Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window) WhatsApp Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Click to share on Threads (Opens in new window) Threads Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X Click to share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) LinkedIn Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email More Click to print (Opens in new window) Print Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Tumblr Click to share on Pocket (Opens in new window) Pocket Click to share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon Click to share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor Click to share on Bluesky (Opens in new window) Bluesky Like this:Like Loading... Post navigation ABB India reports record order growth in Q4 despite margin pressures Chennai’s isthri workers fuel change by switching to LPG boxes