Poets/Writers From Rampur

Prominent 18th century poet, contemporary of Mir Taqi Mir.

Prominent classical poet from Lucknow, known for his ghazal 'aake sajjada-nashin qais hua mere baad…'

Prominent classical poet who was part of the first war of independence in 1857.

Prominent poet of Rampur style who was described by Mirza Ghalib as 'Mir of Rampur'.

Prominent poet from Hyderabad, a contemporary of Josh who had ongoing contestations with him; known for his long poem 'Qaul-e-Faisal'

Prominent poet of Rampur School/ Disciple of Mahshar Inayati

One of the disciples of Daag Dehlvi who died early.

One of the most prominent poets representing Rampur style

A renowned modern poet of Pakistan

One of the path-finders for modern urdu poetry.

Prominent classical poet and nephew of Mushafi

A well-known poet to draw upon Islamic thought

Well-known poet, wrote the oft-quoted sher: Ab to itni bhi mayassar naheen maikhaane mein - Jitni hum chhod dia karte thhe paimaane mein

One of the prominent leaders of indian freedom movement.

Popular short story writer and social activist; one of the contributors to "Angaare"

Ex-Deputy Registrar, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi