Bijay Mishra (Odia: ବିଜୟ ମିଶ୍ର,16 July 1936 – 26 April 2020) was a dramatist, lyricist and screenwriter from India. He was also a mainstream script writer in Odia Cinema & TV Industry. He was a recipient of the State Sahitya Academy Award (1968, 1988), Konark Samman (1994)[citation needed] as well as the Kendra Sangeet Natak Akademi Award and the Odisha Sahitya Akademi Award
I had the pleasure of reading the English translation of this play, which I stumbled upon at the Bhubaneswar airport. The writing is exceptional, making it a truly captivating read. The book's coffee-table format only adds to its charm, making it a stunning addition to any collection.