Someone You Loved - By Neekita Nigam

Written By: neekita nigam

Category: poetry

Competition: Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026

In the evocative poem "Someone You Loved," Neekita Nigam delves into the complexities of love and emotion. As a participant in the Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026, she invites readers into a world of introspection and poignant questioning. Through her reflective verses, she explores themes of love, ego, and the passage of time, offering a heartfelt glimpse into the human condition.

About the Work

Neekita Nigam's poem is a moving exploration of the fragile balance between love and ego. Her contemplative style and vivid imagery convey the emotional turmoil of seeking understanding and reconciliation. The poem's mood is both introspective and hopeful, urging readers to consider the nature of their own emotions and relationships.

someone you loved

Original Submission by neekita nigam

Someone You Loved

I was someone you loved with a heart and a soul so pure,

Now I beg the entities above for a cure.

Let me ask, is love inferior to ego or hatred?

Are emotions purely dependent on fate?

Days bleed into months, and shadows are no longer in our hands,

The eternal Time is flowing like desert's sand.

But my heart still stands still,

Hoping it can beat someday; I just hope it will.

If people call this selfishness,

I am the most selfish mess.

We get a life so rare,

So wasting it in hatred, is it fair?

Those faces full of laughter and joy,

Why do we have to replace them with a cry?

Cry for help, cry for affection, cry for something we don't even realise.

It's better to hear the cry than to despise.

I know words don't amount to the emotions within,

But is asking for some mercy a sin?

So let me ask,

I was someone you loved with a heart and a soul so pure.

Resolving this with hatred, is your heart sure?

About the Competition

The Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 by Hashtag Kalakar celebrates literary creativity and expression. It provides a platform for writers to showcase their work and engage with a broader audience. This competition is a testament to the power of words and their ability to capture the essence of human experience.

We extend our gratitude to Neekita Nigam for sharing "Someone You Loved" with us. Her participation in the Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 enriches the literary landscape with depth and introspection. Thank you, Neekita, for your heartfelt contribution.

About Hashtag Kalakar

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