Ratnakar Chaini (25 Aug 1945 – 18 April 2020)[1] was an Indian writer and academic.

[2][3] Some of his notable writings are Santha Kabi Achyutananda, Niraba Kolahala, Kabi Gopalkrushna, Asha brundabana, Achyatananda gitabali, Ajira galpa, Surjyastra upabana, and Kaha Lalita.

[4][5] Chaini completed his matriculation from Nemal High School.

He completed his post-graduation in Ravenshaw College and PhD from Utkal University in 1978.

In 1979 started his job as a lecturer and taught in various Government colleges of Odisha to finally retire as the Hod from Sailabala Women's College, Cuttack .