Kavi Dalpatram Chowk, Lambeshwer Ni Pol

Kavi Dalpatram- The Person

A person has born into humble brahmin family which was rich in Vedic knowledge and culture.He had powerful analytical and intellectual skills enabled him to continuously uphold his integrity and humanitarianism, well suupported by his wit and humour.

The Poet

Dalpatram grew from a budding poet at twelve, to a full flowered genius in his lifetime. His prolific library career spanned 60 books and 25 awards and included drama, poems, songs, essarys and articles.He utilized his liberty skills to bring about changes in society. His vivid imagination, rich imaginary, simple language and humour endeared him to his readers.
His creations like 'Hari Lila Amrut' brings peace and goodwill into disturbed minds: "Kutch Garbawadi" sensitively aims for creating awareness among women. "Mithyabhiman" and "Laxmi" are satires on human ego and pride. His another publications include works on the ecstasy of man's power of imagination and harmonious integration in multifaceted social structures and systems.

The Tribute

Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation and the citizens of Ahmedabad proposed a memorial at the site of his house in recognition of his sterling contribution to Gujarati literature and culture.
The memorial comprises the facade of the orginal house, Tulsi manch and larger than 120kg bronze statue of Kavi Dalpatram.
It is a figure marked for its minutae and life-like appearence. Every possible details - the intricate Kathiawadi embroidery on the kurta, the poet's smaller right eye, the rough texture of showl, the turns of the dakshini pattani pagadi(headgear), the worn-out leather shoe, the twist of the right foot, the contemplative look in the eyes, all have been lovingly and painstakingly crafted by the deft fingers of the sculptor, Ratilal Kansodaria.
The menorial also servers as an activity area where plays, recitations and other features linked with Dalpatram are enthusiastically performed.
As a deserving tribute to his greateness.

Dalpatram Chowk