THE HEIR - By Neekita Nigam

Written By: neekita nigam

Category: poetry

Competition: Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026

Neekita Nigam presents a stirring piece titled "THE HEIR" in the Poetry category for the Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026. This competition provides a platform for poets and writers worldwide to showcase their talents. Neekita intricately weaves themes of inheritance, longing, and emotional complexity, inviting readers to explore the nuanced tapestry she creates with her words.

About the Work

"THE HEIR" delves into the complexities of inherited emotions and relationships. Through vivid imagery and introspective reflection, Neekita Nigam paints a poignant picture of longing and unfulfilled desires. The poem's mood is somber, yet it resonates with a sense of yearning for something pure amidst the chaos. The piece challenges the reader to ponder the nature of familial bonds and the true essence of emotional inheritance.

the heir

Original Submission by neekita nigam

THE HEIR

I wasn’t the heir of sunshine and rainbows,

But an ocean filled to the brim with sorrow.

I won’t say I’m the only one

To bear this age old curse disguised as the sun.

Love oh, how twisted it can be,

Never a simple matter of her and he.

It is an emotion we inherit, yet learn,

Something I long for, something I yearn.

wasn’t the heir perceived as a goddess’s image,

Rather, I was placed upon a stage

A stage that should have adored me for eternity.

Yet all I received was comparison, damage, and pity.

The ones who should have shown me the path of life

Couldn’t even keep their promises as husband and wife.

Sometimes I wonder, O Lord, where did I go wrong?

Was this sorrowful tune always meant to be my song?

I Wasn’t the heir of immortal trust,

Where care and feeling were a must

Nor of a feeling pure and unknown.

I was simply the heir of materialistic seeds sown

I know I have better resources

But can it compete with emotional forces

A child watched children being carried by their father

And loved with their mother

While this one lived without his figure

Hate is all this family configures

So let me repeat

I wasn’t the heir of sunshine and rainbows,

affection, passion, and devotion are rare in this show

About the Competition

The Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 by Hashtag Kalakar celebrates literary excellence from diverse voices worldwide. It invites participants to engage with a wide array of themes and forms, fostering creativity and expression. This event stands as a testament to the enduring power of words and the shared human experience they encapsulate.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to Neekita Nigam for her evocative submission, "THE HEIR," to the Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026. Her compelling exploration of complex emotions and relationships adds depth to the competition's tapestry of diverse voices.

About Hashtag Kalakar

Hashtag Kalakar is a creative platform dedicated to providing artists, writers, singers and other creative talents with opportunities to showcase their work and reach wider audiences through competitions, features and creative initiatives.