**Secret**
What secret lies hidden in the heart?
The bond was nurtured with deep devotion.
A thirst arose deep within the soul,
And the eyes shed tears.
To dispel the chill of love,
The pain was laid out to dry in the morning sun.
31-5-2026
**Writing a Lifetime**
All my life, I kept writing the voice of my heart;
The beginning was just like a story waiting to be told.
Those who write all their lives are truly brave souls.
That sheltering shade of a mother's embrace,
That village of maternal love—
Do not play games now;
Listen to the call of the heart.
1-6-2026
**Wish**
The dream of a successful life could not be realized;
The heart's desire remained unfulfilled—true love was never found.
I spent a lifetime wandering through gatherings and soirees;
I wrote many *ghazals*, yet never truly became a poet.
Fearing a refusal from the beloved,
I could never bring myself to confess my feelings, despite mustering great courage.
Who knows what happened then? I said nothing;
A hand was extended in greeting, but no commitment was made.
I harbored a deep longing for just a fleeting glimpse of beauty;
Yet, the miracle of a meeting never came to pass.
2-6-2026
**Destination, Path, and Traveler**
Destination, path, and traveler—all have lost their way;
In search of what, I know not, but they have strayed far off course.
A strange wind blows across the universe;
People's hearts and minds have lost their balance, battered by circumstance.
In the rush of life, man has forgotten how to truly live;
And day after day, we yearn for a breath of peace and tranquility.
From birth to death, it is but a journey... ...kept going.
The wayward traveler yearns for the destination.
Realizing that no one truly belongs to another in this world,
They have flourished through their own self-confidence and inner strength.
3-6-2026
Fatigue
Stories remain on blank sheets of paper;
They seem to say, "Hum along with me, too."
Hoping that someone might come and read them,
They endure the pain of waiting so well.
Often, while watching the path for years,
They flow along with the stream of time.
The inner fatigue keeps mounting;
The burden of unspoken words weighs heavily.
4-6-2026
Display
The entire body was wounded; the injury was severe;
The sight was so shocking, it instilled fear immediately.
A decision was made—to cross to this side or that;
They fought to the very end; the attachment was that deep.
Driven by the passion of love, they moved forward;
Getting wounded was inevitable; the stakes were that high.
The goal is 'Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas' (Together with all, Development for all);
Peace and tranquility were found; the leadership was such.
Life was easy, clean, and safe;
It was a village where everyone was happy and prosperous.
5-6-2026
Earning Respect
Eyes have grown weary from constantly watching the path;
Courage has faltered and waned over time.
Setting out alone towards the destination,
Having traveled a long, long way.
Conversations continued morning and evening;
Mutual respect grew as the bond deepened.
A stillness has settled into life,
After battling against the circumstances.
Suddenly, something happened—
Lips trembled while trying to speak.
6-6-2026
Smile
An intoxicating smile has washed away all fatigue;
The lovely smile of a queen of exquisite beauty. ...are...
For how many days have the moon and stars
illuminated the courtyard?
Colors have spread across the cosmos; it seems
even God is benevolent.
Stealing glances, when our eyes finally met today,
a sweet melody filled the air, and a storm
stirred within my heart.
The whole world seemed intoxicated by the presence of lovers,
and when the talk of a meeting arose,
the sky bloomed, radiant and joyful.
What magic has love cast upon hearts and minds?
When two hearts unite, the entire world
breaks into a smile.
7-6-2026
Benevolent
If you call out with kindness, I shall come running;
once I arrive, I shall never turn back.
Since you have agreed to meet with a mere gesture,
I shall bring the joys of the universe along with me.
Spring has returned to the air after so long;
seeing the glow on your face brings me such peace.
Just as the moon emerges from the clouds,
I shall appear for our meeting, and you will surely be captivated.
Amidst an intoxicating atmosphere, praising your beauty,
I shall sing a song before everyone in the gathering.
8-6-2026
Smile
My soul surrendered to that beautiful, lovely smile;
I staked my heart and life on the Queen of Beauty.
I was fast asleep in broad daylight,
when my dreams took me far beyond the moon and stars.
We had spoken of a brief meeting,
but Sunday stole those peaceful moments away.
Bolstering my courage despite her displeasure,
I repeatedly visited her street, hoping for a glimpse.
My heartbeat has been racing uncontrollably ever since;
meeting her gaze has transformed my destiny.
9-6-2026
Land
For a mere two yards of land, the whole... It is a complex journey;
A ride that spans from birth to death for everyone.
The cycle of joy and sorrow continues in life;
After happiness comes sorrow, and then it is time for happiness again.
One pours heart and soul into nurturing;
The flowerbed blooms thanks to the gardener's toil.
No one lives for another in this world;
Every individual holds their own life dear.
The character in every story is unique;
Here, everyone's tale is distinct and extraordinary.
10-6-2026
Gardener
One should serve with the devotion of a gardener;
One should bestow grace upon the tree of life.
Keep the lamp of hope burning in your heart;
Communicate to keep relationships alive.
By making today better than yesterday,
Create a beautiful world around you.
No matter what the circumstances may be,
Invite laughter and happiness into your life.
Adorn the gathering with color and radiance;
Light up the night with the glow of a smiling moon.
11-6-2026
**Unknown**
We have set out on unfamiliar paths,
And the heart's desires are stirring with excitement.
Amidst a gathering of friends and companions,
We have found our footing in the warmth of love.
Love has blossomed so beautifully,
That clouds thunder even out of season.
Heartbeats run wild with boundless love,
Yet tremble at the mere mention of separation.
Behold the grace of the Divine today;
We flourish under the shelter of love.
12-6-2026
**The Quest**
I have found the one I was searching for,
And surrendered everything I possessed.
Whatever is promised is fulfilled in deed;
The vow of companionship was kept until the very end.
In this fleeting life, amidst everyone,
I adorned existence with the tree of happiness.
Sometimes the goblet of love, sometimes a bitter draught—
Whatever came my way, I drank with joy.
Indeed, the Divine has been immensely kind,
Making the journey as easy as possible.
13-6-2026
**Solitude**
It would be best if no one asked the reason for my solitude. It would be best if no one asked about the rhythm of my heartbeat...
Every moment, it keeps chanting your name like a prayer;
It would be best if no one asked about the yearning deep within my soul...
Even after every meeting, something always remains unsaid;
It would be best if no one asked about the longing of so many years...
A single moment feels as though years have passed by;
It would be best if no one asked how many years we have been apart...
Despite a million attempts, tears still spill over;
It would be best if no one asked the reason for the tears in my eyes...
14-6-2026
Morning has come, *Mamu*...
Wake up from your slumber; morning has come, *Mamu*...
Shake off the sleep; morning has come, *Mamu*...
How long will you lie there on the mattress? Get up...
Rush out to live life; morning has come, *Mamu*...
It brings a fresh start and new energy;
Look at the rising sun; morning has come, *Mamu*...
Don't just gaze at the destination from the middle of the river;
Cross over to the other side; morning has come, *Mamu*...
Tomorrow may never come; finish all your tasks today...
Get up and get the job done; morning has come, *Mamu*...
15-6-2026
