CHANDIGARH, MAY 28, 2026 :
Punjab Vidhan Sabha Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan has expressed deep grief over the sad demise of the world-renowned Urdu poet Dr. Bashir Badr.
In a condolence message issued, Speaker Sandhwan described Dr. Bashir Badr as a luminary of modern Urdu literature who brought the ghazal genre out of complex metaphors and closer to the hearts of the common people.
“Dr. Bashir Badr’s departure marks the end of a glorious era in Indian literature. His iconic couplets, celebrated for their unique simplicity, emotional depth, and reflection of human realities, will continue to inspire generations of poetry lovers across the globe. His monumental contributions towards literature will always inspire future generations.
Sharing his heartfelt sympathies with the bereaved family, friends, and countless admirers of the legendary poet worldwide, the Speaker prayed to the Almighty to grant eternal peace to the departed soul and give strength to the family to bear this irreparable loss.
