Ratnaprava Devi (11 December 1909 – 27 April 2001) also known as Ratnaprabha Debi, was a politician and writer from Odisha, India. She was the member of Odisha Legislative Assembly from 1957 to 1961.[1][2]
Biography
She was the wife of the King Shankar Pratap Singh Deo and the princess of the Sareikala Kharsuan Kingdom. She was the mother of Brigadier Kamakhya Prasad Singh Deo, the current king of Dhenkanal. Her family background is deeply rooted in Odisha's royal heritage.[3]
As a legislator, Ratnaprava Devi played a role in bringing about reforms in Dhenkanal and Odisha. Her autobiography sheds light on the socio-political history spanning her lifetime and experiences. Ratnaprava Devi's impact extended beyond politics; she was deeply devoted to Lord Jagannath and worked tirelessly for the welfare of her people.[4][5][6]
Legacy
The book titled "Autobiography of Queen Ratnaprava Devi" captures her seventy years of memories in Dhenkanal. Originally published in Odia in 1997, it has now been translated into English by Dr. Tapan K. Panda and Dr. Julie Mishra.
