Moghisuddin Faridi

Moghisuddin Fareedi was born on 1 May 1926 in Fatehpur, Uttar Pradesh. From a relatively early age, he developed a poetic sensibility rooted in the classical traditions of Urdu literature, especially in forms like ghazal, sher, and nazm. The lineage of literary culture in his region, along with exposure to the lyrical Urdu and Persian heritage, helped shape his style over time.

He writes under the pen name “Fareed” (also “Fareedi” or “Faridi”), and his work is known for emotional depth and thoughtful expression. His poems often explore themes of longing, separation, the passage of time, and existential reflection. His ghazals are especially noted for their careful meter, melodic cadence, and capacity to evoke mood through imagery and internal rhythm rather than ornamentation. The couplets and shorter poems (shers) by him tend to distill feeling into concise lines, often leaving a powerful emotional echo.

Over the years, he has published multiple works; his poetry has been collected into e-books and shared over literary platforms. Though not always widely known in mainstream print circulation, his work has a dedicated following among readers who appreciate classical Urdu poetic form and expressive sincerity.

The precise date of his death is not clearly documented in the sources I found. As of the latest available information, his works remain accessible via online archives and Urdu poetry sites, ensuring that his poetic voice continues to be heard by readers and lovers of ghazals.