‘Tomb of Sand’ Becomes 1st Hindi Novel To Be Shortlisted For International Booker Prize

Author Geetanjali Shree’s novel ‘Tomb of Sand’, became the first Hindi language work to be shortlisted for the International Booker Prize, on April 7. "The Booker is a very special recognition and I wasn't waiting for it, wasn't expecting it, so it's coming as a wonderful surprise for me and recognition for our work,'' stated Geetanjali. Notably, five other titles across the world will compete for the 50,000 pounds prize.