Dushyant Kumar
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Dushyant Kumar (September 27, 1931 – December 31, 1975) was a poet
of modern Hindi-Urdu literature. In India, he is generally recognized as one of the foremost Hindi-Urdu poet during the twentieth century. He was also a Dramatist, Litterateur and Gazal writer.
in Uttar Pradesh
. He did M.A.
with Hindi
from Allahabad
.
. He wrote many dramas, poems, Gazals, short stories
. He actively participated in Seminars at Parimal Academy of Literature. He also worked with Naye Patte, an important Indian Newsletter
of that time, Akashwani and Rajbhasha Section in Madhya Pradesh
.
His poetry touches directly to heart. Many new poets are inspired of him like dr. Kumar vishwas, Pushpendra Naagar.
and Urdu Literature
. Only because of him, Ghazal
gained popularity. Now also his Shers and Ghazals are conned in Literary & Political Programmes.
Poet
A poet is a person who writes poetry. A poet's work can be literal, meaning that his work is derived from a specific event, or metaphorical, meaning that his work can take on many meanings and forms. Poets have existed since antiquity, in nearly all languages, and have produced works that vary...
of modern Hindi-Urdu literature. In India, he is generally recognized as one of the foremost Hindi-Urdu poet during the twentieth century. He was also a Dramatist, Litterateur and Gazal writer.
Early life
Dushyant Kumar was born at Navada Village of Bijnor DistrictBijnor District
Bijnor is a district of Uttar Pradesh state of India. Bijnor city is the district headquarters.-Geography :...
in Uttar Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh abbreviation U.P. , is a state located in the northern part of India. With a population of over 200 million people, it is India's most populous state, as well as the world's most populous sub-national entity...
. He did M.A.
Master of Arts (postgraduate)
A Master of Arts from the Latin Magister Artium, is a type of Master's degree awarded by universities in many countries. The M.A. is usually contrasted with the M.S. or M.Sc. degrees...
with Hindi
Hindi
Standard Hindi, or more precisely Modern Standard Hindi, also known as Manak Hindi , High Hindi, Nagari Hindi, and Literary Hindi, is a standardized and sanskritized register of the Hindustani language derived from the Khariboli dialect of Delhi...
from Allahabad
Allahabad
Allahabad , or Settled by God in Persian, is a major city of India and is one of the main holy cities of Hinduism. It was renamed by the Mughals from the ancient name of Prayaga , and is by some accounts the second-oldest city in India. It is located in the north Indian state of Uttar Pradesh,...
.
Vocation
His literary career started at AllahabadAllahabad
Allahabad , or Settled by God in Persian, is a major city of India and is one of the main holy cities of Hinduism. It was renamed by the Mughals from the ancient name of Prayaga , and is by some accounts the second-oldest city in India. It is located in the north Indian state of Uttar Pradesh,...
. He wrote many dramas, poems, Gazals, short stories
Short Stories
Short Stories may refer to:*A plural for Short story*Short Stories , an American pulp magazine published from 1890-1959*Short Stories, a 1954 collection by O. E...
. He actively participated in Seminars at Parimal Academy of Literature. He also worked with Naye Patte, an important Indian Newsletter
Newsletter
A newsletter is a regularly distributed publication generally about one main topic that is of interest to its subscribers. Newspapers and leaflets are types of newsletters. Additionally, newsletters delivered electronically via email have gained rapid acceptance for the same reasons email in...
of that time, Akashwani and Rajbhasha Section in Madhya Pradesh
Madhya Pradesh
Madhya Pradesh , often called the Heart of India, is a state in central India. Its capital is Bhopal and Indore is the largest city....
.
His poetry touches directly to heart. Many new poets are inspired of him like dr. Kumar vishwas, Pushpendra Naagar.
Notable works
| Poem | Poetic Drama Drama Drama is the specific mode of fiction represented in performance. The term comes from a Greek word meaning "action" , which is derived from "to do","to act" . The enactment of drama in theatre, performed by actors on a stage before an audience, presupposes collaborative modes of production and a... |
Drama Drama Drama is the specific mode of fiction represented in performance. The term comes from a Greek word meaning "action" , which is derived from "to do","to act" . The enactment of drama in theatre, performed by actors on a stage before an audience, presupposes collaborative modes of production and a... |
Ghazal Ghazal The ghazal is a poetic form consisting of rhyming couplets and a refrain, with each line sharing the same meter. A ghazal may be understood as a poetic expression of both the pain of loss or separation and the beauty of love in spite of that pain. The form is ancient, originating in 6th century... |
Short Stories Short Stories Short Stories may refer to:*A plural for Short story*Short Stories , an American pulp magazine published from 1890-1959*Short Stories, a 1954 collection by O. E... |
Novel Novel A novel is a book of long narrative in literary prose. The genre has historical roots both in the fields of the medieval and early modern romance and in the tradition of the novella. The latter supplied the present generic term in the late 18th century.... |
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| कहाँ तो तय था | एक कण्ठ विषपायी | और मसीहा मर गया | साये में धूप | मन के कोण | छोटे-छोटे सवाल |
| कैसे मंजर | आँगन में एक वृक्ष | ||||
| खंडहर बचे हुए हैं | दुहरी जिंदगी | ||||
| जो शहतीर है | |||||
| ज़िंदगानी का कोई मकसद | |||||
| मुक्तक | |||||
| आज सड़कों पर लिखे हैं | |||||
| मत कहो, आकाश में | |||||
| धूप के पाँव | |||||
| गुच्छे भर अमलतास | |||||
| सूर्य का स्वागत | |||||
| आवाजों के घेरे | |||||
| जलते हुए वन का वसन्त | |||||
| आज सड़कों पर | |||||
| आग जलती रहे | |||||
| एक आशीर्वाद | |||||
| आग जलनी चाहिए | |||||
| मापदण्ड बदलो | |||||
| कहीं पे धूप की चादर | |||||
| बाढ़ की संभावनाएँ | |||||
| इस नदी की धार में | |||||
| हो गई है पीर पर्वत-सी |
Death & Legacy
Dushyant Kumar died at the age of 42 on December 31, 1975, but in this short lifespan, he acquired a great accomplishment in the field of HindiHindi literature
Hindi literature , is broadly divided into four prominent forms or styles, being Bhakti ; Shringar ; Veer-Gatha ; and Adhunik...
and Urdu Literature
Urdu
Urdu is a register of the Hindustani language that is identified with Muslims in South Asia. It belongs to the Indo-European family. Urdu is the national language and lingua franca of Pakistan. It is also widely spoken in some regions of India, where it is one of the 22 scheduled languages and an...
. Only because of him, Ghazal
Ghazal
The ghazal is a poetic form consisting of rhyming couplets and a refrain, with each line sharing the same meter. A ghazal may be understood as a poetic expression of both the pain of loss or separation and the beauty of love in spite of that pain. The form is ancient, originating in 6th century...
gained popularity. Now also his Shers and Ghazals are conned in Literary & Political Programmes.
| These lines of Dushyant Kumar Ji from his Ghazal Ghazal The ghazal is a poetic form consisting of rhyming couplets and a refrain, with each line sharing the same meter. A ghazal may be understood as a poetic expression of both the pain of loss or separation and the beauty of love in spite of that pain. The form is ancient, originating in 6th century... 'Saye Me Dhoop' are often tuned at many programmes: |
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| मेरे सीने में नहीं तो तेरे सीने मे सही, हो कहीं भी आग, लेकिन आग जलनी चाहिए। |