Poets/ Writers from Maharashtra

A renowned medieval Bhagat poet. The Guru Granth Sahib contains 61 hymns composed by him in 18 ragas.

A renowned medieval Punjabi poet and saint. His birthplace is believed to be Barsi, a town in the Solapur district of Maharashtra. Four of his hymns are included in the Guru Granth Sahib.

A distinguished lyricist and singer who laid the foundation of literary and serious songwriting in the field of Punjabi music.

A poet and primarily a short story writer. Professionally, he worked as a lecturer.

A poet and renowned film lyricist, celebrated for his poetry marked by a tone of protest, and honored with the Padma Shri award.

A renowned novelist, short-story writer, poet, essayist, and translator. He also served as the editor of the famous literary magazine Aarsi.