Poets/Writers From Punjab

A renowned figure of Urdu poetry and culture, and a traditional-style poet, who also served in the Indian administrative services.

Prominent modernist poet who also edited a literary magazine, 'Satoor'.

One of the prominent modern poets, recipient of the Sahitya Academy Award.

Prominent among the new generation of poets in Pakistan.

Grandfather of famous Pakistani ghazal singer Dr. Amjad Parvez.

Renowned Urdu poet, critic and researcher, known for his haiku writing

One of the most prominent symbols of Urdu's composite culture at Delhi, elder brother of Gulzar Dehlavi.

Contemporary short story writer and translator from Pakistan.

Prominent Pakistani television screenwriter, director, and poet, best known as the writer of highly successful drama serials such as 'Pyarey Afzal' and 'Mere Paas Tum Ho'

Eminent philosopher, critic, translator, and the author of 'Fikr-e-Iqbal'

Prominent fiction writer known for her stories on existential issues; also wrote a novel called "Kaaghazi Ghaat.".

One of the widely popular Urdu poets.

Ghazal poet linked to the progressive movement.