Kaifi Azmi was a prominent Indian Urdu poet and lyricist, born on January 14, 1919, in Madhya Pradesh. He is celebrated for his poignant poetry that often addressed social issues, love, and human emotions. Azmi was a key figure in the Progressive Writers' Movement, which aimed to use literature as a tool for social change. In addition to his poetry, Kaifi Azmi wrote lyrics for numerous Hindi films, contributing to the Indian cinema of the 1950s and 1960s. His work has left a lasting impact on both literature and film, making him a revered figure in Indian culture. He passed away on May 10, 2002.