Bashir Badr: A poet of the masses
Bashir Badr, a renowned Urdu poet, passed away at the age of 91 after battling dementia. He was celebrated for his relatable verses that resonated with the masses and contributed significantly to Urdu literature. Badr's poetry not only gained popularity in literary circles but also influenced the Hindi film industry.
- ▪Bashir Badr was a beloved Urdu poet known for his relatable verses.
- ▪He authored several books of ghazals and received multiple awards, including the Sahitya Akademi award and Padma Shri.
- ▪Badr's poetry was quoted by notable figures, including former President of Pakistan Zulfikar Ali Bhutto.
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Bashir Badr: A poet of the massesBadr used everyday language to great effect, ensuring that his verses spoke directly to the listener.Published on: May 29, 2026 5:24 AM ISTBy Snehil SinhaShare viaCopy link Bashir Badr, the much-feted and beloved Urdu poet with an immense mass following, passed away on Thursday. He was 91 and ailing from dementia and other age-related issues.An alumnus of Aligarh Muslim University, Badr authored several books of ghazals, literary criticism of the form, and even taught at Meerut University for several years. (PTI)Born on February 15, 1935, in what was then the United Province in pre-independent India, Badr was a keen student of the ghazal.
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