Poets/Writers From Jammu and Kashmir

Linguist and Researcher, Key Figure in the Revival of Deccani Literature

Prominent among the poets of Jammu and Kashmir.

A poet and journalist, famous especially for his humorous columns.

One of the most celebrated classical Persian poets of Kashmir.

One of the most prominent Pakistani scholars and cultural critics.

Kundan Lal Saigal was a well-known playback singer and actor of Hindi films. He was also a skilled harmonium player.

Malika Pukhraj was a widely acclaimed ghazal and folk singer of Pakistan. She was the disciple of Ustad Ali Baksh Kasuri, father of legendary singer Ustad Bade Ghulam Ali Khan. She was awarded the Presidential Pride of Performance Award.

Eminent modern poet having Sufistic leanings.

Radhika Chopra is a famous ghazal singer from India. She has learnt music from Pt. J.R. Sharma. She completed her MA in Hindustani music and won a gold medal for it.

Prominent woman, poet, and broadcaster.

Young poet from Kashmir.

Well-known poet from Jammu and Kashmir.

Prominent poet of the younger generation.

A poet who expresses the important themes of Urdu modernism.

One of the most popular & versatile singers from Jammu & Kashmir.

Prominent fiction writer and poet, known for her portrayal of women’s predicament in a male-dominated society.

Young-generation poet.

Fiction writers, essayists, poets, biographers, researchers, and critics.

A renowned young poet whose poetry combines old traditions with new ideas, turning simple moments into special.