Poets/Writers From Uttar pradesh

Prominent Hindi poet and fiction writer of the twentieth century wrote many popular poems and earned a name for his Hindi ghazal.

Wife of the Nawab of Awadh, Asaf-ud-Daula, deeply religious and committed to poetry.

One of the new female voices, famous for reciting beautiful poetry in her melodious voice.

A distinguished poet, scientist, cultural/literary activist, and has played a significant role in the promotion of Urdu literature in North America.

Renowned writer, poet, researcher, and social worker.

Well-known poet, wrote the oft-quoted sher: Ab to itni bhi mayassar nahin maikhaane mein - Jitni hum chhod diya karte the paimaane mein.

Renowned Urdu poet of humour and satire.

A poet of repute, disciple of Ameer Meenai, also wrote a novel called Dard-e-Dil.

Poet and lyricist. Famous for his lyrics in the film Pinjar ‘Charkha Chalaati Maa’.

Poet, short story writer, and translator.

One of the emerging poets of this generation, also recognized as a social media influencer.

Considered by some critics as the first Urdu novelist.

Popular poet, known for his ghazals as well as geet and mahiye; also wrote a history of Kashmir in verse called 'Aaj Shikaare Mein'.

One of the romantic poets also published a collection of romantic poems called Roomaniyaat.