Poets/Writers From Badayun

Leading poet who taught Urdu literature at AMU, Aligarh, also published a literary magazine 'Daairay'.

Renowned Urdu poet of humour and satire.

Prominent poet, whose work shaped by personal tragedies and hardships often reflects pathos, loss, and spiritual longing, earning him the title of 'poet of pain' (Sahib-e-Gham).

One of the most prominent modern poets, famous for his neo-classical poetry.

Distinguished Urdu poet of the post-Independence era. Though his poetic career was brief, he left a deep and enduring mark on Urdu literature.

Famous poet and film lyricist.

One of the founders of modern Urdu criticism.

One of the prominent women poets is famous for the soft and lyrical tone of her poetry.

Known for his emotional intensity tinged with irony.

Renowned woman poet known from Lucknow and a companion of Qurratulain Hyder.

Prominent 19th-century poet, disciple of Maulana Altaf Hussain Hali and Daagh Dehelvi, served as a magistr.

A renowned poet who explores new creative dimensions in familiar themes and common emotions, and expresses profound meanings in simple words, gained immense popularity in the first decade of the 21st century.

One of the prominent ghazal poets of the post-independence era, editor of the renowned Urdu magazine "Aahang," and recipient of Pakistan's prestigious literary award, the "Aadam Ji" Prize.

A classical Urdu poet and contemporary of Dagh Dehlvi and Ameer Minai, they wrote ghazals, hamds, and naats.

Prominent poet of the New Ghazal trend.

Noted contemporary Urdu poet, widely recognized for his strong presence in Mushairas. His poetry carries a modern sensibility while remaining deeply rooted in the classical tradition of the ghazal.

One of the emerging poets of the new generation.