Dr. Avnish Rahi
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| Born | 11 July 1974 (age 51) Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, India |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Education | M.A., Ph.D. in Hindi Literature |
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| Occupation | Lyricist, Poet, Author, Lecturer |
| Years active | 1984–present |
| Known for | Socially-conscious poetry and songs, Ambedkarite literature |
| Notable works | Suno Bheem Kahani, Dr. Ambedkar Jeevan Gatha, Bhakton Ki Pukar, Bhim Charitmanas, Buddha Gyaan Mahasagar |
| Awards | Bharat Vibhushan, Lifetime Achievement Award (Nepal), Aligarh Ratna, Ozone Ratna, Ambedkar Ratna, Hindi Gaurav, Sahitya Shiromani, Chandbardai Geet Rishi Samman |
| Spouse(s) | Not publicly available |
| Children | Not publicly available |
| Parents | Amar Singh Rahi (father) |
| Religion | Hinduism |
| Website | Dr. Avnish Rahi YouTube |
Dr. Avnish Rahi (born July 11, 1974) is a celebrated Indian lyricist, poet, author, and educator known for his socially conscious literature and powerful poetic voice. From penning his first poem at age 10 to crafting epic narratives and musical works, his creative journey has spanned over four decades, influencing public discourse through art and activism.[1]
Early Life & Education
Born in Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, into a literary family, his father was renowned poet Amar Singh Rahi. After the assassination of Prime Minister Indira Gandhi in 1984, a 10-year-old Rahi wrote his first poem. His debut poetry collection, Bhakton Ki Pukar, was published at age 14.[2] He currently teaches at Heeralal Barah Saini Inter College, Aligarh.
Literary & Musical Career
Known as a “Jan Kavi”, Dr. Rahi’s work often critiques inequality and social injustice. His lyrics have been performed by artists such as Kumar Sanu, Udit Narayan, Alka Yagnik, Anuradha Paudwal, and Anup Jalota.[3]
Notable works include:
- Suno Bheem Kahani
- Dr. Ambedkar Jeevan Gatha
- Bhakton Ki Pukar
- Bhim Charitmanas
- Buddha Gyaan Mahasagar
- Manyavar Kanshiram Charitmanas
These works use traditional poetic styles such as doha, chhand, lavani, and aalha.
Film & Screenwriting
His lyrics feature in musical films like *Suno Bheem Kahani* and *Dr. Ambedkar Jeevan Gatha*, distributed by T-Series. He has also contributed to Bollywood projects such as *Mission Hour*, *Pyaar Toh Hamesha Rahega*, and *Rashtramata Savitribai Phule*.[4]
Awards & Honors
Dr. Rahi’s major recognitions include:
- Sahitya Shiromani Shabd Samman (2025), presented by actress Bhagyashree[5]
- Ozone Ratna Award (2025), Aligarh[6]
- International Achievers Award (Nepal)
- Bharat Vibhushan – Delhi Vidhan Sabha
- Chandbardai Geet Rishi Samman – Rajasthan Deputy CM[7]
Affiliations
- Lifetime Member – IPRS Mumbai
- Lifetime Member – The Film & Screenwriters Association, Mumbai
- Lecturer – Heeralal Barah Saini Inter College, Aligarh
Personal Life
Dr. Rahi resides in Aligarh and remains active in writing and public speaking. His visual poetry, audio songs, and cultural works are available on his official YouTube channel:
Dr. Avnish Rahi – YouTube Channel[8]
External Links
References
- ↑ Lyricist Dr. Avnish Rahi honoured with Sahitya Shiromani Shabd Samman . Retrieved 2025-07-12
- ↑ Lyricist Dr. Avnish Rahi’s Early Works Recognized . Retrieved 2025-07-12
- ↑ Dr. Rahi's Musical Legacy . Retrieved 2025-07-12
- ↑ Esha Deol inaugurates epic by Dr. Rahi . Retrieved 2025-07-12
- ↑ Dr. Rahi receives Sahitya Shiromani . Retrieved 2025-07-12
- ↑ Ozone Ratna awarded to Dr. Rahi . Retrieved 2025-07-12
- ↑ Dr. Rahi Honoured at International Level . Retrieved 2025-07-12
- ↑ Dr. Rahi’s Audio-Visual Works . Retrieved 2025-07-12