Peer Ali Khan, born to a Muslim family,
Left his village at an early age,
For he yearned to obtain knowledge,
And the passion to learn lingos,
Was something no one dared those days.
He later chose bookbinding as his profession,
And disseminated leaflets,
To other freedom activists covertly,
And criticized the British Government,
and opposed rules imposed by them.
He is an unsung Indian hero who was,
A true freedom fighter and a rebel and,
Whose slogan gained popularity,
Among the people of the country.
His eyes glowed with the flame of liberation.
But, Alas! Khan and his followers,
Were soon arrested and put behind bars,
And hanged to death for their rebellious act,
resulting in the closing of the chapter.
Do we remember him or his sacrifices?
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She writes poems in English and Hindi. Some of her poems and articles are published in the Book Speak Your Mind, You are my Valentine, The Road Taken, Hat tip, The teacher I will never forget, Yes boss, Life on track and Lockdown Diaries. She has contributed to many other anthologies which are in the pipeline. She also writes for YourQuote.com. Her poems are deeply appreciated on Social Media. She also writes for the Asian Literary Society group and has received many certificates for the same. She received 2nd prize for her story “Doctor's Prescription” in the Annual wordsmith award 2021, organized by Asian Literary Society. She won 2nd prize for her poem “Never be defeated” and 3rd prize for her article “Ways to Happiness”. Organized by Impish Lass Publishing House.
She loves to listen to music and watch comedy shows/theatre. She can be contacted on shelshri@yahoo.co.in
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