Poets/Writers From Delhi

Well-known poet of classical style / Disciple of Seemab Akbarabadi

Well-known poet from Delhi, wrote in various genres and penned Qitaat on social issues

Famous for his rubais, also wrote ghazals and nazms

One of the remarkable women poets in india.

Famous poet, known for his Dohas

Disciple of Dagh Dehlvi.

Leading classical Urdu poet. Contemporary of Mir Taqi Mir.

Poet based in Delhi, works for the Persian service of All India Radio

A later descendant of Delhi’s poetry tradition, known for his play 'Krishna Avataar'

Most prominent modernist fiction writer, celebrated for his symbolic stories; also the compiler of journal 'Shuoor'.

One of the leading modern poets and short story writer, who made outstanding contribution to modern Urdu Nazm in India.

A poet-mentor, favourite disciple of Mirza Ghalib

Last Mughal Emperor and contemporary of Ghalib and Zauq.