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ae kaash uho tun jaarni haa

Shaikh Ayaz

ae kaash eho tun jaarni haa
azaad Hawaa chhaa thindi Aa!
ae kaash eho tun jaarni haa
parwah binaa par kian honda
azaad fizaa chhaa thindi Aa!

ae kaash eho to gaain haa
kalhh raat bhagat saghh phaasi te
jo git'a adhoori gaato ho!
ae kaash uho to paain haa
jo haar hawaun men ludandi
kalhh tandhya topi paato ho!

tareekh je khooni galian maan
har wakt sada kaa ende Aa
har wakt lahoo je laran dde
kaa tokhe chhik chikeendi Aa

jjrn o dair je kaa goli
ajj taaen tokhe taarri thee
aen tuhnja tuhnji maqtal dde
jjrn peer achanak laarri thee,
tareekh bukhayal cheeti jian
chauwati te chinghari thee.

ae kaash eho tun jaarni haa
chhaa tin je qeemat thindi Aa,
jahin aazad'ia jaa git'a cheeai
saa aazaadi kith neenday Aa!
ae kaash eho tun jaarni haa
saa aazaadi kian eendi Aa!

ddeenhan ghijhan jo ggah thiyo Aa

Shaikh Ayaz

Shaikh Ayaz, born Mubarak Ali Shaikh on March 2, 1923, died in 28 December 1997. a revolutionary Sindhi poet and prose writer, left an indelible mark on literature with over 50 works, including poetry, plays, and translations.

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Birth Name	Mubarak Ali Shaikh
Pen Name	Ayaz
Born	Friday، 02 March 1923
Birth Place:	Hyderabad
Died	Sunday، 28 December 1997
Remains in	Karachi

Renowned as a poet, prose writer, and translator, Ayaz served as the Vice Chancellor of the University of Sindh, where he influenced generations of scholars. His body of work includes over 50 books spanning poetry, plays, biographies, short stories, essays, and translations.

One of his most celebrated achievements was translating *Shah Jo Risalo* by Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai into Urdu, earning him widespread acclaim as a literary authority. His literary contributions reflect a unique blend of revolution and romance, marking him as a transformative figure in modern Sindhi literature.

Shaikh Ayaz was awarded the prestigious Sitara-i-Imtiaz for his exceptional contribution to literature. In 2018, his legacy was honored with the establishment of Shaikh Ayaz University in Shikarpur. He is remembered as a "revolutionary and romantic poet" who bridged the classical and contemporary worlds.

Ayaz pursued a career in law and was an accomplished poet and writer from a young age. He married Iqbal Begum, a notable Sindhi poet, and drew inspiration from close friends, including Deewan Parmanand Gangwani. Ayaz passed away on December 28, 1997, in Karachi, leaving behind a family of two sons and a daughter.

Spanning nearly six decades, Ayaz's literary work included traditional forms such as bait, wa’i, nazm, azad nazm, and ghazal, as well as experimental forms like verse plays and operas. His prose work encompassed short stories, essays, travelogues, and an autobiography. He authored collections of Urdu poetry, including *Booye Gul*, *Nala-i-dil*, and *Neel Kanth Aur Neem Ke Pate*. His first Sindhi poetry book, *Bhounr Bhire Akas*, remains a milestone in Sindhi literature.

Romantic Poetry

Shaikh Ayaz introduced a modern perspective to Sindhi literature by celebrating the physical aspects of love, moving beyond the abstract and spiritual themes of traditional Sindhi poetry. His work challenged conventions, making him a trailblazer in modern romantic poetry.

Shaikh Ayaz’s literary legacy continues to inspire readers, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of Sindh and Pakistan. His revolutionary ideas, romantic verses, and unwavering dedication to literature have cemented his place as one of the most iconic poets of his time

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ae kaash uho tun jaarni haa

Shaikh Ayaz

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