Zia Mazkoor

Zia Mazkoor is a contemporary Urdu poet from Bahawalpur, Pakistan, whose work has struck a chord with younger audiences. Known for both ghazals and nazms, his poetry weaves themes of love, loneliness, longing, and societal reflection into simple yet deeply felt language. With lines like “Phone to dur wahan khat bhi nahin pahunchenge” and “Mere kamre mein ek aisi khidki hai…”, his verses resonate because they capture the quiet emotion in everyday moments. Though still emerging in formal literary fame, Mazkoor’s work spreads swiftly through recitations, social media, and online poetry communities.