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डूबा था इकतारा मन में जाने कब से चाह रहा था खुलना-खिलना अपने ढब से दी झनकार सुनाई
खुलीं खिड़कियाँ दरवाज़े जागे परकोटे चिड़ियाँ छोटीं तोते मोटे मिलकर लोटे दृश्य लगे सुखदाई
महकीं गलियाँ चहकीं सड़कें गाजे-बाजे लोग घरों से आये बाहर बनकर राजे गूँजी फिर शहनाई
इति
The Poet
अवनीश सिंह चौहान
Avaneesh Singh Chauhan
1972 · 2010
Avaneesh Singh Chauhan represents a fresh and necessary voice in contemporary Hindi literature, particularly in his efforts to revitalize traditional lyrical forms for a modern audience. Born in 1979 in the Etawah district of Uttar Pradesh, he has dedicated his literary career to the Navgeet movement and the adaptation of Haiku into the Hindi language. He does not write from the isolation of an ivory tower. Instead, his poetry addresses the environmental decay, social fragmentation, and rural displacement that define twenty-first-century India. Chauhan serves as the executive editor of the literary journal Naye Purane, where he actively fosters dialogue between established literary figures and emerging writers. Through his poetry and critical essays, he proves that ancient poetic rhythms can perfectly articulate the anxieties of the modern world. He is a careful observer of everyday life, using short verse and melodic compositions to document the quiet realities that often escape mainstream attention.
Paired Painting
Rama Vivaha
In this masterwork, M. V. Dhurandhar captures the profound joy of Rama Vivaha, the sacred wedding of Lord Rama and Sita. The scene pulses with the vibrant energy of a divine celebration, where the air is thick with anticipation and devotion. The artist masterfully translates the epic narrative of the Ramayana into a visual spectacle, inviting the viewer to stand amidst the jubilant crowds of Ayodhya. Through his meticulous technique, Dhurandhar honors the grandeur of Indian tradition, weaving a narrative that feels both deeply rooted in scripture and lovingly human. It is a testament to the enduring sanctity of this union, reflecting a timeless spiritual harmony that has touched the hearts of millions across generations.
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