Edwin J. F. D'Souza

Edwin Joseph Francis D'Souza (1948 – 13 September 2023) was an Indian writer and editor from Mangaluru, recognized for his extensive contributions to Konkani literature. Over a career spanning nearly six decades, he published 33 novels and more than 100 short stories. In 2016, he received the Sahitya Akademi Award for his novel Kallem Bhangar (Black Gold).

Early life and education D'Souza was born in 1948 in the Valencia area of Mangaluru. He attended St. Aloysius College, where he earned a degree in commerce. He later pursued post-graduate studies in the arts.

Academic and editorial roles In his professional life, D'Souza served as the executive director of the Konkani Institute at St. Aloysius College. He held editorial positions for several publications, including the monthly Bhakti and the journal Amar Konkani. He was also a member of the General Council of the Sahitya Akademi in New Delhi and served on the Karnataka Konkani Sahitya Academy.

Personal life D'Souza resided at ‘Vailankanni’ in the Lower Bendore area of Mangaluru. He was married to Jane D'Souza, a retired principal. The couple had one son, Navin, who became a physician.

Awards and honors Sahitya Akademi Award (2016) for the novel Kallem Bhangar. Karnataka Konkani Sahitya Academy Award (received eight times). Konkani Kutam Bahrain Award (2015). Dr. T.M.A. Pai Foundation Manipal Award for the book Hanv Jiyetham. Goa Konkani Bhasha Mandal Award for Aashellem Raj.

Death D'Souza died on 13 September 2023 at the age of 75.