Poets/Writers From Aligarh

The most prominent fiction writer of Urdu, celebrated for her classic 'Aag ka Dariya' and autobiographical narrative 'Kaar-e-Jahaan Daraaz Hai', a Padma Shri and Jnanpith awardee of great distinction.

A historical novelist, short story writer, and the chronicler of the declining culture of Awadh

A stylist fiction writer, journalist, and the author of 'Laila ke Khutoot' and 'Majnun ki Diary'

Considered a great poet of the classical ghazal, Qamar Jalalvi initially used to be called 'Ustad' for his craftsmanship as a bicycle mechanic. As his poetic mastery gained wide admiration, the title evolved naturally, and he became Ustad Qamar Jalalvi in the literary world.