‘The Great Poet paid off the debt after becoming the Education Minister’
Summary
Laxmi Prasad Devkota, the Great Poet of Nepal, paid off his longstanding debt after becoming the Education Minister in 1957, showing his generosity and deep connection with friends and scholars in Kathmandu's Dillibazar area.
Key Points
- Laxmi Prasad Devkota had a long-standing debt which he cleared with his first salary as Education Minister in 1957.
- Devkota and his family were closely connected with other prominent Nepalese families in Kathmandu.
- Dillibazar was a hub for politics, literature, and sports during Devkota's time.
- Devkota was known for his big heart and generosity despite being perceived as poor.
- He was deeply thoughtful, as shown by his unique questions during conversations, reflecting his profound thinking process.
