Poets/Writers From Uttar pradesh

Known for depicting romantic encounters with the beloved in lurid details, he lost his eyesight in the prime of youth.

One of the most fiery progressive poets who is known as Shayar-e-Inquilab (revolutionary poet).

A poet associated with the literary and classical tradition of Badaun, known for his valuable literary contributions in the fields of ghazal, nazm, naat, and manqabat

Renowned poet, teacher, writer and freedom fighter, an ardent follower of Gandhian ideals

Prominent fiction writer and translator, author of the famous novel 'Aiwaan-e-Ghazal'. Also a Padma Shri awardee

One of the most prominent pre-modern poets, an unparalleled poet of love, lyrical expression and romanticism, honored with the title “Rais-ul-Mutaghazzileen”

Prominent contemporary of Jigar Moradabadi.

The first Prime Minister of India, a leader of the freedom movement, a legal expert, and an author

Renowned screenwriter, dramatist, dialogue writer, and litterateur, known for his multifaceted contributions to film, theatre, and Urdu literature

Distinguished poet of modern Urdu ghazal

Bollywood screenwriter, lyricist, and poet. Famous for co-writing films like 'Sholay' & 'Deewar'.

One of the most prominent modern Urdu poets, popular among the masses for his unconventional ways.

Ruler of the State of Nanpara, District Bahraich.