Poetic voice of Punjab

HARMANJEET SINGH, 27 Poet, Mansa

BECAUSE

He has written an anthology called Rani Tatt with poems on Punjab and Punjabiyat. It received such a rousing response from critics and readers alike that Harmanjeet was awarded Yuva Sahitya Akademi Award in 2017.

Today he is a much-feted lyricist in the world of Punjabi cinema. He has penned the song ‘Laung lachi’ for the movie with the same title. Some of his other popular songs include ‘Kali Jotta’, ‘Tappay’, ‘Ashke’, ‘Gutt ch Lahore, paani Ravi da’ and ‘Mitti da putla’.

SECRET OF SUCCESS

My love for the Punjabi language and its richness.

THE GOAL NEXT

I want to make youngsters aware of the hidden treasures of Punjabi language. It is my earnest desire to inculcate the love for reading in young minds.

I also want to make a healthy contribution to the music industry by penning down lyrics that enrich the imagination of the listener.

MY ROLE MODEL

I draw my inspiration from Gurbani and Sri Guru Granth Sahib ji. I feel it contains the essence of life. Whenever I face a dilemma, I read Gurbani and find my answers.

BY THE WAY

I am a primary teacher by profession. I love reading world literature, and meditating.

SECOND OPINION

“Harman, your poetry is refreshing, and you have proved to be an amazing poet. You are among those innovative young minds who have made me realise how beautiful, deep and musical Punjabi language is.” –Surjit Patar, writer-poet, president of Punjabi Sahit Akademi