Ajj Aakhaan Waris Shah Nu |

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आज मैं वारिस शाह से कहती हूँ, अपनी क़ब्र से बोल,
और इश्क़ की किताब का कोई नया पन्ना खोल,
पंजाब की एक ही बेटी (हीर) के रोने पर तूने पूरी गाथा लिख डाली थी,
देख, आज पंजाब की लाखों रोती बेटियाँ तुझे बुला रहीं हैं,
उठ! दर्दमंदों को आवाज़ देने वाले! और अपना पंजाब देख,
खेतों में लाशें बिछी हुईं हैं और चेनाब लहू से भरी बहती है

Aj aakhan Waris Shah nu kiton qabraan vichon bol
Te aj kitaab-e-ishq da koi agla warqa phol
Ik royi si dhee Punjab di tu likh likh maare vain
Aj lakhaan dheeyan rondiyan tenu Waris Shah nu kehn
Uth dardmandan deya dardiya uth tak apna Punjab
Aj bele laashaan vichiyaan te lahu di bhari Chanab
Kise ne panjaan paniyan vich ditti zehar rala
Te onhaan paniyan dhart nu ditta pani la
Es zarkhez zameen de loon loon phuttya zehar
Gith gith charrhiyan laaliyan phutt phutt charrya qehr
Weho vilsi da pher van van waggi ja
Onhe har ik vaans di wanjhali ditti naag bana
Pehla dang madariyaan mantr gaye gwach
Dooje dand di lag gayi jane khane nu laag
Naagan keele lok munh bs phir dang hi dang
Palo pali Punjab de neele pe gaye ang
Galiyon tutte geet phir trakkaliyon tutti tand
Ternjanon tuttiyan sahailiyan charkharre ghukar band
Sane saij de bairriyan ladhan dittiyan robarh
Sane daliyan peengh aj piplan diti tor
Jithe vajdi si phook piyar di oh vanjali gai gawach
Ranjhe de sab veer aj bhul gaye us di jaach
Dharti te lahu wassya qabraan payyan chon
Preet diyan shehzadiyan aj vich mazaran ron
Aj sabhe kaido ban gaye husn ishq de chor
Aj kithon liayye labh ke Waris Shah ek hor
Aj aakhan Waris Shah nu kiton qabraan vichon bol
Te aj kitab e ishq da koi agla warqa phol

This video explores Amrita Pritam's powerful poem "आज मैं वारिस शाह से कहती हूँ," where she passionately invokes the legendary Punjabi poet Waris Shah. Through her poignant words, Pritam calls upon Waris Shah to rise from his grave and write a new chapter in the book of love, just as he once wrote about the pain of a single woman, Heer. Now, she asks him to witness the sorrow of countless daughters of Punjab, whose cries echo in the blood-soaked fields and the rivers flowing with anguish. This poem, a cry for justice and a lament for the suffering of her people, resonates with the deep pain and loss experienced during the Partition of India. Amrita Pritam's evocative language and emotional depth continue to inspire generations, making this poem a timeless tribute to love, loss, and the enduring spirit of Punjab.

This video delves into the life and legacy of Amrita Pritam, one of the most iconic and celebrated writers of Indian literature. Known for her bold and passionate voice, Amrita Pritam broke societal norms and expressed her innermost thoughts through her poetry and prose. Her work, spanning over six decades, covers themes of love, loss, pain, and the cultural trauma of Partition. As the first prominent female Punjabi poet, novelist, and essayist, Amrita Pritam’s contributions have left a lasting impact on Indian and Punjabi literature. From her hauntingly beautiful poem "Ajj Aakhan Waris Shah Nu" to her autobiographical works, her literary journey is a testament to her courage, resilience, and commitment to speaking the truth. Join us as we explore the extraordinary life of Amrita Pritam and her timeless works that continue to inspire readers across the world.


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