aaj ik aur baras biit gayā us ke baġhair
jis ke hote hue hote the zamāne mere
One of the most influential Pre-modern poets who paved the way for the modern Urdu ghazal. Known for his perceptive critical comments. Recipient of Gyanpeeth award.
aaj bhī qāfila-e-ishq ravāñ hai ki jo thā
vahī miil aur vahī sañg-e-nishāñ hai ki jo thā
aaj bhi qafila-e-ishq rawan hai ki jo tha
wahi mil aur wahi sang-e-nishan hai ki jo tha