Shahid Kabir

Shahid Kabir (1 May 1932 – 11 May 2001) was an Urdu language poet and writer from Maharashtra, India. He was an active writer from 1952, writing poetry, short stories and articles. He was well-known mainly for his ghazals. His significant works include ''Kachchi Deewaren'' (1958; Novel), ''Charon Aour'' (1968; Collection of ghazal) and ''Pehchaan'' (1999; Collection of ghazal). He was recognised by the Maharashtra State Urdu Academy. His ghazals have been sung by several Indian singers including Jagjit Singh, Chitra Singh, Hariharan, Chandan Dass, Munni Begum Shishir Parkhie and Sabri brothers. Provided by Wikipedia