Jess Fernandes

Jess Fernandes (born 6 September 1941) is an Indian Konkani writer and poet. He is a recipient of the Sahitya Akademi Award and is recognized for his contributions to Konkani literature, particularly in the Roman script.

Literary career Fernandes is a prolific author in Konkani literature. In April 2010, his collection of poems titled Kirvontt was released in Panaji. The book was previously selected for the Sahitya Akademi Award for Konkani in 2009.

Awards and recognition Fernandes has received several honors for his literary work: Sahitya Akademi Award (2009): Conferred for his poetry collection Kirvontt. Dalgado Sahityik Puraskar (2017): Awarded by the Dalgado Konknni Akademi in recognition of his standing as a veteran writer and his significant contributions to Konkani literature.