Poets/Writers From Madhya Pradesh

Prominent contemporary modern poet, recognized for his simplistic yet unique diction and style, one of those who enriched modern ghazal

Grand father of noted poet and lyricist Javed Akhtar.

A poet with sympathies for progressive ideology, also worked as the secretary of Progressive Writers Association

A disciple of Seemab akbaradbadi, also popular in mushairas

Prominent among the modern story writers; known for the multilayered quality of his narrative.

Known for his role in Independence struggle, Urdu academics and literature

Popular poet and lyricist famous for his lyrics in film Paakeeza.

Popular poet and film lyricist.

An expert of Indian Music and Vocalist.

Prominent interpreter of Mirza Ghalib poetry

Prominent humorist in Urdu poetry.

Prominent critic and poet, authored a number of books

Poet & film lyricist.

Bharathi Vishwanathan is a classical singer of Indian origin. She was trained in ghazal and classical vocal by Padmashri Ustad Abdul Laif Khan.