Shukhalata Rao

Author, Deceased Person

1886 – 1969

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Who was Shukhalata Rao?

Shukhalata Rao was a Bengali social worker and children's book author. Born in Kolkata in the Bengal province of British India, she was the daughter of Upendra Kishore Roychowdhury, and sister of Sukumar Ray. She studied in Bethune College, and obtained a Bachelors degree. Later she had a career in teaching. She got married to Dr. Jayanta Rao of Cuttack. After moving to Cuttack, Shukhalata founded the Shishu-o-Matri Mangal Kendro. She also established the Orissa Nari Seva Sangha.

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Born
1886
Kolkata
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  • India
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Died
1969

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on July 23, 2013

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