Agra, May 31 -- Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) mourned the demise of its illustrious alumnus, legendary Urdu poet, academician and Padma Shri awardee Dr Bashir Badr, who breathed his last in Bhopal on May 28, 2026, at the age of 91 after a prolonged illness.

Regarded as one of the greatest voices of modern Urdu poetry, Dr Bashir Badr has left behind a timeless literary legacy that touched millions across generations and geographical boundaries, said a press statement issued by the public relation office (PRO) of AMU.

'Known for his simple yet deeply evocative ghazals, he brought everyday emotions and conversational idiom into the heart of Urdu poetry, making it accessible to a vast readership. His memorable couplets such as "Log toot j...