Mahananda Sapkota (1896-1977) was a Nepalese social worker, etymologist, linguist, and poet. He received several national awards for his contributions to poetry. His social work focused on education and social awareness particularly in eastern Nepal. A statue of him stands in Inaruwa of Sunsari District.
Places named after him
- Guru Kul Marga, Biratnagar
- Mahananda crossroad, Inaruwa
- Mahananda Intersection, Dhulabari
- Mahnanda Park, Ilam
Major publications
- Aante (I venture)
- Annu, Asha, Ashu (Annu, hope and tears)
- Aahuti (offering)
- Apungo (a sacred edible powder made of wheat, sugar offered in religious ceremony)
- Bishal Nepal (Great Nepal)
- Sukha ko bato yasto (the road to happiness)
- Mana Lahari (The song of heart).
