Poets/Writers From Kolkata

Bengali poet, dramatist, and the only Indian litterateur to win the Nobel Prize in Literature

Well-known poet of classical tone and tenor.

Well-known poet from Kolkata, wrote Ghazal, Nazm, and Rubai; published several collections of poetry for children, also edited several literary journals.

Prominent poet of New Nazm.

A progressive poet and storyteller, actively involved in the politics of the movement.

A storyteller who touched the heart, weaving tales of love, sorrow, and the truths of society.

The last Nawab of Awadh. Great promoter of Indian music, dance, and theatre.

Poet, critic, journalist, and honorary editor of the literary magazine "Tmseel-e-Nau.".

One of the key figures in establishing Azimabad as a school of Urdu poetry earned the coveted titles of 'Shams-ul-Ulema' and 'Khan Bahadur'.

Popularly known for his mellifluous tarannum.