1735 (Delhi) – 1830 (Agra) • The People's Poet
"A true bohemian spirit who completely ignored the patronage of royal courts, Nazeer Akbarabadi chose instead to write exclusively for and about the common man. He wrote vibrantly and extensively about everyday Indian life, capturing the essence of street vendors, monsoons, and beautifully documenting the joyous spirit of local festivals like Holi and Diwali. His secular, highly inclusive, and relatable poetry makes him the ultimate 'Awami' (people's) poet in classical Urdu literature."