INDEX OF Poets

European poet of the classical period whose father adopted the Indian way of life. Published a divan containing ghazls and poems in other poetical genres

Leading early 20th century poet. Famous for his Nazm on Ramayan. Wrote oft-quoted sher 'Zindagi kya hai anasir men zahur-e-tartib…'.

Poet, lyricist and radio broadcaster; wrote poetry in Urdu and Punjabi. His lyrics were sung by celebrated singers like Asha Bhonsle and Jagjit Singh

Well-known for his poems on interesting topics; also wrote patriotic poems. Taught Persian for a long period of time

A poet of traditional style, popular in Mushairas

One of the prominent modern poets

Well-known nazm poet

Famous for his nazms and ghazals of romantic nature; influenced by Akhtar Sheerani

Prominent scholar and literary critic who writes both in Urdu and English living in U.S.A

A poet and Journalist. Famous especially for his humorous columns.

One of the important poets of humour to emerge during the 60s

One of the most prominent writers of humour and satire in pakistan.