Bhopal, April 16 -- Author and former Chief Secretary of Madhya Pradesh, Anthony de Sa, has added another feather to his illustrious cap. Writing under the pen name Tino de Sa, he has been shortlisted for the prestigious Commonwealth Short Story Prize 2025 for his story 'Tamarind'. This latest literary recognition adds to a long list of achievements by De Sa, who has distinguished himself both as a senior public servant and a literary voice of depth and creativity.
Selected from over 8,000 entries across 54 countries, 'Tamarind' is among the top 25 short stories chosen by an international panel of judges. The shortlist, representing authors from 18 different countries, was announced in London on Tuesday. The final winner will be selected i...