Poets/Writers From Allahabd

One of the leading pre-modern poets known for the mystic content of his poetry, close associate of Jigar Moradabadi.

Famous for his ghazal "Divaron se mil kar rona achcha lagta hai.".

Poet, fiction writer, and one of the leading Urdu critics.

A prominent story writer, a contemporary of Manto, is also known for his radio plays.

Well-known critic, poet, and Urdu faculty at Jamia Millia Islamia, known for his critical book on Meer Taqi Meer.

Prominent modern critic from Mumbai.

Jaddan Bai was an Indian singer and composer, also famous as the mother of yesteryear actress Nargis. She was the first woman to be a film music director in India.

Prominent progressive story writer, poet, and playwright.

A disciple of Nooh Naravi wrote on the day-to-day experiences of life and poems on social and religious personalities.

Sudeep Banerjee is an Indian ghazal singer trained in Dadra, Thumri, and Ghazal Gayaki tradition under Shanti Hiranand. He has also composed music for a few Hindi films.

Renowned writer, poet, researcher, and social worker.

One of the most popular poets who died young.

New generation of Urdu scholars.