Akeel Mohiuddin

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Akeel Mohiuddin

(1992-03-14) 14 March 1992 (age 34)
Bandipura Kashmir
NationalityIndian
CitizenshipIndia
EducationMasters in Statistics
Alma materUniversity of Kashmir
OccupationUrdu poets

Akeel Mohiuddin, also known by his pen name Akeel Aasra (born March 14, 1992), is a contemporary Urdu poet from Bandipora, North Kashmir.[1] Known for his evocative reflections on Kashmir’s socio-political challenges, Mohiuddin’s poetry addresses themes of conflict, identity, and resilience. He also runs a literary organization, Coffee and Kalaam, promoting Urdu literature and poetry.[2][3]

Early life and education

Mohiuddin was born into a Kashmiri Muslim family in Bandipora, Kashmir. He holds a Master’s degree in statistics from the University of Kashmir.

Literary Contributions

He began his literary journey in 2005, inspired by the region’s ongoing turmoil and shifting political landscape.[4] His poetry is characterized by philosophical insights and a portrayal of societal struggles and sorrow.[5]

Since 2018, Akeel Mohiuddin has been an active contributor to Kashmir’s literary scene, emphasizing that poetry should reflect the realities of its time.[6] His work frequently appears on platforms like Rekhta and is known for its exploration of loss, disenfranchisement, and collective identity. His notable poems, such as Chaman and Gilla, have received critical acclaim for capturing Kashmir’s pain and resilience.[7]

Mohiuddin’s poetry often explores the complex political and social tensions of Kashmir, reflecting a deep sense of disenfranchisement and resilience. Among his notable works is a ghazal he wrote around the 2020 District Development Council elections, expressing feelings of betrayal and loss within the political landscape of Kashmir.[8] In 2021, he penned another significant piece that critiques an outsider's romanticized perception of Kashmir, contrasting it with the harsh and painful realities experienced by its residents.[9]

References

  1. "How Poetry Helped Bring a Piece of Kashmir to Delhi". The Wire. Retrieved 2021-02-09.
  2. "Literary function, Mushaira held at Bandipora - Jammu Links News". www.jammulinksnews.com. Retrieved 2021-02-09.
  3. "Literary function, Mushaira held at B'pora". Greater Kashmir. 2020-11-16. Retrieved 2021-02-09.
  4. الدین, عقیل محی. "عقیل آسراؔ". www.aruuz.com (in اردو). Retrieved 2021-02-11.
  5. "khamosh hoon sad gazal by aqeel bhat Mp4 HD Video WapWon". wapwon.live. Retrieved 2021-02-09.
  6. "Read full ghazal by Aqeel Mohiuddin". Rekhta. Retrieved 2021-02-09.
  7. "WEEKLY NOTES| Young Kashmiri poets recite poems at open mic event in New Delhi". Greater Kashmir. 2020-03-13. Retrieved 2021-02-09.
  8. Kashmir, Rising. "Literary function held at Bandipora || Rising Kashmir". Literary function held at Bandipora || Rising Kashmir. Retrieved 2021-02-09.
  9. Admin, India Education Diary Bureau (2020-11-17). "Literary function, Mushaira held at Bandipora". India Education,Education News India,Education News | India Education Diary. Retrieved 2021-02-09.

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