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Ali Arshad Mir

Ali Arshad Mir (Urdu: علی ارشد میر‬‎, January 1, 1951 – October 16, 2008) was an epic Punjabi poet and writer, sometimes described as the "Homer of Punjab". His works have been translated into languages such as Urdu and English. In the 1970s, his International Anthem brought him recognition. Its lines, girti hui dewaroo koo aik dhaka aur do (Urdu: گرتی ہوئی دیوارون کو ایک دھکا اور دو‬‎) are a popular slogan in the Punjab. His work includes dozens of poems that depict the socio-economic condition of society's oppressed people. They also highlight the sacrifices of the subcontinent's resistance movements.
Ali Arshad Mir's Life
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Mir Sahab wrote his first work of poetry at the age of 16 and was considered an "Inqilabi", or profound poet, from a very early age. He dedicated his life to the depiction of the suffering of the underprivileged. His poems are considered a source of inspiration for oppressed people. In the 1970s, he wrote the revolutionary international anthem, "Girti hui deewaro ko aik dhaka aur do", which remains a popular slogan used in rebellions. Girti hui dewaar ko ik dhakka aur do
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Ali Arshad Mir

Ali Arshad Mir Born: 1 January 1951   Chishtian, Punjab, Pakistan Died: 16 October 2008 (aged 57) Lahore Resting place: AAP DARGA, Chishtian, Punjab, Pakistan Nationality: Pakistan Other names: Homer of Punjab Education: M.A. in Punjabi language(Punjab University) Occupation: Professor, Poet
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