Born in the Rapti District, Kingdom of Nepal
Krishna Lal Adhikari
Deceasedकृष्णलाल अधिकारी
Also known as Subba Krishna Lal Adhikari
Nepal's first "literary martyr," imprisoned and killed for publishing a book on maize cultivation deemed treasonous by the Rana regime
About
Krishna Lal Adhikari published Makaiko Kheti in 1920. This was an agricultural manual about growing maize. The Rana regime read it as containing hidden criticism of the government. They judged it treasonous.
He was sentenced to nine years in prison because of this. He died in jail in 1923, before completing his term. This fate led to his recognition as Nepal’s first literary martyr. Today, Tinlal Park in Manthali, Ramechhap, commemorates him.
Quick facts
- Born
- 1888-02-05
- Birthplace
- Rapti District, Kingdom of Nepal
- Profession
- Writer
- Nationality
- Nepal
- Status
- Deceased
- Died
- 1923-12-09
Career & life timeline
- 1888-02-05
- 1920
Published Makaiko Kheti, a book about maize cultivation
- 1920s
Sentenced to nine years in prison after the book was deemed treasonous by the Rana regime
- 1923-12-09
Died in prison in Kathmandu at age 35, before completing his sentence
Achievements
Recognised as Nepal's first literary martyr
Tinlal Park in Manthali, Ramechhap, is named in his honour
Last updated: 2026-09-06