Dear world - By Mahak Jannat

Written By: Mahak Jannat

Category: Poetry

Competition: Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026

Presenting "Dear world," a reflective poem by Mahak Jannat, featured in the esteemed Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026. This compelling piece invites readers to contemplate the essence of freedom and routine in our daily lives. Mahak Jannat, through her poignant words, challenges the societal constructs we often take for granted, offering a fresh perspective on the balance between civilization and individual liberty.

About the Work

In "Dear world," Mahak Jannat masterfully navigates the delicate interplay between societal norms and personal freedom. Her evocative imagery and introspective tone prompt readers to question the constraints placed upon us by the passage of time and the pursuit of routine. This poem gracefully oscillates between critique and introspection, leaving readers to ponder the true nature of captivity in modern life.

Dear world

Original Submission by Mahak Jannat

Dear world.

When did we begin thanking the weekend

instead of the sunrise?

When did the clock we created begin to command our lives, instead of obeying our hands?

We have learned to count our days until freedom,

forgetting that freedom was never meant to arrive only twice a week. We call it civilisation,

never noticing the cage it quietly became.

We laugh at the ant

that stops before a line of ink, believing it cannot cross.

Yet, we spend our lives obeying lines of our own.

What, then, is the difference between us? Perhaps the prison was never built around us, but within us.

Perhaps that is why we never question it, mistaking captivity for routine.

And those who dare to step beyond it.

We call them reckless, dreamers or simply lost. If tomorrow were your last sunrise,

would you still spend today waiting for Friday?

About the Competition

The Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 by Hashtag Kalakar is a prestigious event celebrating diverse voices in the realms of poetry and creative writing. It serves as a platform for writers worldwide to share their unique perspectives and showcase their literary talents. This competition continues to inspire and connect a global community of creative minds.

Thank you, Mahak Jannat, for sharing your thought-provoking poem, "Dear world," in the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026. Your exploration of freedom and routine offers a profound reflection that resonates with many. We eagerly anticipate your future contributions to the literary world.

About Hashtag Kalakar

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