Luft-Ur-Rahman

Lutf-ur-Rahman, born in 1941 in Patna, is a poet who has carried forward the classical tradition of Urdu poetry into the modern age. Known by his pen name Luft-ur-Rahman, he has devoted his work mainly to ghazals and couplets, where he expresses human emotions with clarity and refinement.

His poetry often explores the themes of love, longing, and separation. Unlike heavily ornamental writing, his verses are marked by simplicity and directness. This quality makes his work accessible to a wider audience while still appealing to those who appreciate deeper literary craftsmanship. His ghazals maintain the traditional rhythm and structure, yet they convey feelings in a language that feels close to the heart.

Luft-ur-Rahman’s couplets are equally admired. With just two lines, he captures entire moods, sometimes of sorrow, sometimes of hope, and at times of sharp reflection on life. This ability to compress meaning into brevity has made his sher collections especially memorable.

Over the years, his works have reached Urdu readers across India and beyond. They continue to be recited in literary circles where the power of understated emotion is valued. Through his contribution, Luft-ur-Rahman has secured a place among poets who remind us that sincerity and simplicity are as important in poetry as grandeur and ornamentation.