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Morwani Dholan

Morwani Dholan

Morwani Dholan, popularly known by the pen name ‘Rahi’, was born on 16 July 1949 in Ajmer, Rajasthan. He holds an M.A. in Sindhi and a B.Ed., and works as a teacher of Sindhi. He resides in Ajmer, where he continues his literary and cultural activities.

Primarily a lyrical poet, Dholan Rahi is also a talented singer who performs his own poems. In addition, he is a recognized translator, having translated Bankimchandra Chatterji’s monograph from English into Sindhi and Narayan Shyam’s “Roop Maya” from Sindhi into Hindi. He has also shown keen interest in the dramatic arts, making meaningful contributions in that field as well.

Key Facts
  • Birth Date: 16-7-1949
  • Place of Birth: Ajmer (Rajasthan)
  • Academic Attainments: M.A. (Sindhi), B.Ed.
  • Permanent Address: 6, Sawar House,
    Srinagar Rd,  Ajmer  305008
  • Occupation: Teacher (Sindhi)

Significant Literary Achievements / Contributions

As Poet:

  1. Nenan Otiyo Neenhun (Eyes Let Love Pour), Poetry, 1970.
  2. Aks Ain Paraada (Images & Echoes), Poetry, 1985.
  3. Daat Joon Diyatiyun (Glowing Candles of Talent), Poetry, 1987.
  4. Morpankhi Pal (Peacock Feathered Moments), Poetry, 1995.

As Dramatist

  1. Heri-A-Sandi Hera(Habitual’s Habits),Writer & Director, 1980.;
  2. Sahurani Motor(In-laws’ Motor Car),Writer & Director, 1982.
  3. Jahire San Tahiro (As You Sow, So You Reap),Writer & Director, 1983.

As Singer

As Singer :

The following audio cassettes among others were released by him :

  1. Cheti Chand Ji Sookhri (Gift of Cheti Chand – Sindhi New Year)
  2. Asanjo Lado (Our Bridegroom)
  3. Kanwar Ji Qurbani (Sacrifice of Saint Kanwar Ram)
  4. Mor Lado (Beloved Bridegroom)
  5. Shahani Shaddi (Royal Wedding)
  6. Bhagtan Jo Bhagwan (Disciple’s God)

Recognition By Way Of Awards / Honours

Rahi has bagged Best Poet Award thrice in 1986, 1988, & 1996.  This Award has been conferred on him at Jaipur by Rajasthan Sindhi Academy.

Additional Information

  1. Rahi is an approved poet, lyricist and singer on All India Radio (AIR) & Doordarshan.
  2. He has given over 300 cultural & musical programmes on the stage.
  3. He has edited Narayan Shyam’s Daat Ain Hayat, Part II, and Divine Life.
  4. Selected at national symposium of Poetry by All India Radio, twice.

Finale


Dholan Rahi is essentially a lyrical poet.  Also he is a good singer and sings his own poems.  He is also recognised as translator. He has translated Bankimchandra Chatterji’s Monograph (English to Sindhi) and Narayan Shyams Roop Maya (Sindhi to Hindi).  He has also shown great interest in dramatic field and has made meaningful contributions.

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