Bhopal, May 29: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav expressed profound sorrow over the passing of Dr. Bashir Badr. He paid tribute on the social media platform ‘X’, stating, “A humble tribute to the renowned poet Dr. Bashir Badr, who was honored with the Padma Shri. My condolences are with the grieving family.”
In his post, Chief Minister Yadav highlighted that Dr. Badr conveyed messages of sensitivity, warmth, and humanity through his works. He provided insights that made life easier and more beautiful through his poetry. Yadav prayed for the peace of the departed soul and strength for the family and admirers to bear this loss.
The celebrated poet and Padma Shri awardee Dr. Bashir Badr passed away in Bhopal at the age of 91. His death has sent shockwaves through the literary community, poetry lovers, and those connected to Urdu literature.
Reports indicate that Bashir Badr had been battling dementia and age-related illnesses for some time. In recent years, his memory had significantly deteriorated, making it difficult for him to recognize people.
Dr. Bashir Badr was born on February 15, 1935, in Ayodhya. His real name was Syed Mohammad Bashir. He received his education from Aligarh Muslim University and later became a professor of Urdu at Meerut College. Alongside teaching, his poetry carved a special place in the hearts of many.
In the 1970s and 80s, his ghazals gained recognition both nationally and internationally. One of his greatest strengths was his ability to present Urdu poetry in a language accessible to the common person, moving away from complex vocabulary. His works beautifully reflected the realities of life, the sweetness of relationships, love, pain, and human emotions. This is why his poetry continues to resonate with people today.
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