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अफ़रा-तफ़री - By Lakshveer Sharma

Written By: Lakshveer sharma

Category: Poetry

Competition: Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026

In the evocative poem "अफ़रा-तफ़री" by Lakshveer Sharma, writing under the name Afra Tafri, we delve into a world of introspection and emotional depth. This piece, submitted to the Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026, offers readers a reflective journey through life's complexities. Lakshveer's work in the poetry category captures the essence of human experience, weaving together a tapestry of thoughts and emotions that resonate deeply.

About the Work

"अफ़रा-तफ़री" is a poignant exploration of inner turmoil and existential reflection. Through vibrant imagery and a contemplative tone, Lakshveer Sharma crafts a narrative that questions the paths we choose and the emotions that accompany them. The poem's mood oscillates between introspection and observation, engaging readers with its rhythmic flow and thoughtful musings on life and solitude.

Afra Tafri

Original Submission by Lakshveer sharma

शीर्षक: अफ़रा-तफ़री

अफ़रा-तफ़री में साख़्त गढ़ रहा हूँ,

क्या वाकई मैं कहीं जा रहा हूँ?

रास्तों पर चलते हुए बस यूँ ही सोच लेता हूँ,

इन माज़ी-परस्तियों में क्या ही खोज लेता हूँ।

बैठूँ तो... ठहरने की रस्म इशारा कर देती है,

कि बैठो जहाँ, बस डट के बैठो,

सुना है ये रातें अक्सर आवारा कर देती हैं...

दिन तो गुज़र जाता है ख़्वाहिशों की अज़ियत में,

मगर तन्हाई की रातें कुछ और ही नज़ारा कर देती हैं।

सब पूछते हैं-ये जो तुम्हें मिला है,

जाने ये किस फ़सले का फ़ैसला है?

या ये महज़ ग़मों का कोई गुनाह है?

जिसने भी तुमको ये ज़ख्म दिए,

क्या वो वाक़ई 'गुनाहों का देवता' है?

ना-जाने हमें किसके मलाल ने मारा,

खैर, जैसे भी मारा... ख़ूब मारा।

अब इन्हीं अंधेरों की उंगली थामे चलता जा रहा हूँ,

शायद, अब मैं बहुत दूर निकलता जा रहा हूँ...

आख़िर अपनी तमीज़ का फ़र्ज़ निभा रहा हूँ,

जिस घर की दहलीज से गुज़रा था मैं कभी,

आज उसी घर को बस एक मुसाफ़िर की तरह गुज़र के जा रहा हूँ।

हाँ... शायद अब मैं कहीं जा रहा हूँ।

About the Competition

The Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 by Hashtag Kalakar continues to be a distinguished platform for writers and poets to showcase their talents. This annual event celebrates creativity and expression, inviting participants worldwide to contribute their unique voices to the literary world. The competition serves as an inspiring arena for writers to share their work with a broader audience.

We extend our gratitude to Lakshveer Sharma for sharing "अफ़रा-तफ़री" with us. His participation in the Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 highlights his talent for capturing the human condition through poetry. We appreciate his creative contribution and look forward to more of his insightful work.

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.

 
 
 

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