Thirty years of Solitude - By Anirban Sen

Written By: Anirban Sen

Category: Poetry

Competition: Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026

Anirban Sen, a compelling voice in poetry, presents "Thirty years of Solitude" for the esteemed Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026. In this introspective piece, Sen delves into the essence of solitude and self-discovery. The poem reflects on decades of personal evolution, capturing moments of profound introspection and life's quiet yet powerful revelations. With a focus on the passage of time and its impact on the human spirit, "Thirty years of Solitude" is a thoughtful contribution to the world of poetry.

About the Work

In "Thirty years of Solitude," Anirban Sen crafts a reflective narrative on the passage of time and the solitude accompanying it. The poem explores the interplay of joy, ignorance, and reflection across decades, offering a poignant look into the human experience. Through vivid imagery and a contemplative tone, Sen invites readers to ponder the significance of solitude, memory, and the enduring impact of life's formative moments.

Thirty years of Solitude

Original Submission by Anirban Sen

Thirty years of Solitude

Years drift; it felt like yesterday, pristine, gasping, and animated

Sometimes whack, sometimes mum, but do those years of mine still subsist

Ten years of nescience, ten years of euphoria, five years of hedonistic deeds

And finally epiphany of five, life, lived with profundity or solitude of mine

Estranged, perversion, and muzzle, hardly left unturned

Still reconcile, so I chose solitude over seclusion

Doors closed, confidants morph into recollection

Still I assemble, all the sensory riches of mine, speculated

And so unperturbed, days gone, long forsaken, ashes remain

Like the mausoleum of that grandmother, whose gentle graze can still be felt?

But better kept it unscathed, so my formative years be

How one chose it or is it bestowed?

All those expeditions, insights, ordeal delineate sinuous silhouette

Three decades more may the autumn wait, or may the spring whimper

But those years will be firm as solitude, but not clandestine, omitted

So I compose, substantially, not to vigor, but to propagate

Neither to spell out nor import.

About the Competition

The Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 by Hashtag Kalakar is a prestigious event celebrating literary creativity and expression. Open to writers worldwide, the competition encourages participants to share unique perspectives through poetry and creative writing. It serves as a platform for both emerging and established writers to showcase their talents and connect with a global audience.

We extend our gratitude to Anirban Sen for sharing the evocative poem "Thirty years of Solitude" in the Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026. Sen's exploration of solitude and life’s journey adds a profound dimension to the competition. We look forward to celebrating more of his insightful work in the future.

About Hashtag Kalakar

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