Luna Shiv Kumar Batalvi
Shiv Kumar Batalvi (1936-1973) was a celebrated Indian poet, renowned for his significant contributions to Punjabi literature and often hailed as the 'Birha da Sultan' (Sultan of Sorrows). His evocative and deeply emotional poetry, primarily exploring themes of love, loss, and the human condition, resonated widely and cemented his legacy as one of the most influential figures in modern Punjabi literary history.