Poetry in politics, politics in poetry

Here are some shers that have been often used by politicians.

Poetry has many uses. Politicians too have explored poetry in their own ways. Here are some shers that have been often used by them.

By Rekhta May 2, 2019

Taking You Back In The Memory Lane

Poetry has many genres. Each genre presupposes a certain type of readership. So does poetry for children. Interestingly, they are as relevant for children as they are for the adults.

By Rekhta October 30, 2018

Jab Bhi Aaya Naye Geet Laata Rahunga

A Romanticist-cum-Marxist, Sahir Ludhianvi remains with us as an iconic poet. Celebrated as a poet, film lyricist, he also remained at the centre of stories that has kept us fascinated over these decades. Here are some excerpts from his poetry that establish him as a poet of resistance par excellence. Dreams sustain us. Even in… continue reading

By Rekhta October 25, 2018

Ismat Chughtai: Voice of the Voiceless

You might know Ismat for her story ‘Lihaaf’ but she surely has much more than that. Here are some stories you should definitely read to know her better.

By Rekhta October 24, 2018

Gandhi: “My Life is My Message”

Gandhi was a Sufi and a Yogi, a liberator and a martyr for whom India was the karma bhoomi.

By Rekhta September 29, 2018

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