Arjan Jethanand Tanwani
Arjan Jethanand Tanwani, born on 7 January 1930 in Karachi, Sindh [now Pakistan], is a noted Sindhi poet known for his deep and evocative literary expression. Having completed his education up to the matriculation level, he later settled in Ahmedabad, where he continued his literary journey while residing at Sardar Nagar.
A dedicated poet, Arjan Tanwani has authored several significant works of poetry and ghazals that reflect emotional depth and social sensitivity. His notable collections include Suwasan-Ji-Surhan [1966], Pathar Pathar-Kanda Kanda [1976], Mero Sij [1984], Mogo [1992], and Unjj [1999]. Through these works, he has made a meaningful contribution to Sindhi literature, earning recognition for his thoughtful and expressive poetic voice.
Key Facts
- Birth Date: 7-1-1930
- Place of Birth: Karachi, Sindh (Pakistan)
- Academic Attainments: Matric
- Permanent Address: Ahmedabad, India.
- Occupation: Retired Post Master
Significant Literary Achievements / Contributions
Arjan Hasid has written several books on poetry. A few most significant are given below:
- Suwasan-Ji-Surhan [Scent of Soul], Poetry, 1966.
- Pathar Pathar-Kanda Kanda [Stones & Thorns], Poetry, 1976.
- Mero Sij [Clouded Sun], Ghazals, 1984.
- Mogo, [Dull], Ghazals, 1992.
- Unjj [Thirst], Ghazals, 1999.
Recognition By Way Of Awards / Honours
- Award for his book Mero Sij, 1985 [At New Delhi by Sahitya Akademi, Ministry of HRD, Govt. of India].
- Gaurav Puraskar, 1998 [At Ahmedabad by Gujarat Sindhi Sahitya Academy].
Additional Information
- Hasid is also an AIR artist.
- He was a member, Sindhi Advisory Board of Central Sahitya Akademi for ten years.
Finale
He is an accomplished poet of Sindhi community. He is recognised as a poet of ghazals. Some of his ghazals are soul stirring, for which he has won accolades from scholars as well as from other contemporary Sindhi poets.