Devil’s Advocate – A Poem by Shashikant Dudhgaonkar Devil’s Advocate I see the signs of darkness hidden behind the clouds, creeping ahead with assured steps from all sides, lured by the pleasure of swallowing whole a place that still glows. I make my stand then and there no place to run, no place to hide. … Read more
Fields of Order | Poem by Shashikant Dudhgaonkar Fields of Order Perfection often comes at a price. Fields of Order is a meditation on the quiet cost of uniformity where chaos once thrived, we now see precision, control, and sameness. This poem explores what happens when nature’s wild beauty is replaced by a flawless, sterile … Read more
पाऊस पडून गेल्यावर – कविता पाऊस पडून गेल्यावर ©️ Shashikant Dudhgaonkar चाकाखालून रस्ता पळत होता माझा माझ्या मागे त्यांचा त्यांच्या मागे डांबर ओतले की वाट दाखवू लागतात खडी दगड आणि धोंडे एका पावसात तरूण झालेली झाडे दृष्टींआड होत होती ओळख पटे पर्यंत रस्त्याला होती घाई का झाडे लाजत होती नववधू सारखी पाऊस पाडून मोकळे झालेले … Read more
Stoic in the Rain – Poem by Shashikant Dudhgaonkar Stoic in the Rain By Shashikant Dudhgaonkar On a recent ride outside town, I came across a wild peacock, drenched and still in the rain. This rare moment stirred something quiet and contemplative in me. I have captured it on video and tried to do that … Read more
Pinnacle of Evolution | Shashikant Dudhgaonkar Home » Poems » Pinnacle of Evolution Pinnacle of Evolution Dying isn’t limited to the old Nowadays they die young even toddlers Mutilated, hurt and burned Or simply wasted Drained by the effort of surviving Poor die trying Rich by drowning in luxuries Bullets and bombs missiles and knives … Read more
Ocean of Silence – Poem by Shashikant Dudhgaonkar Ocean of Silence by Shashikant Dudhgaonkar Published on July 9, 2025 When will What we feel Travel as words on winds And cross the ocean of silence Existing between us That’s lingered far too long Everyday I reach the shores Sit down in the sand and deeply … Read more
A Moment, A Lifetime – A Poem by Shashikant Dudhgaonkar A Moment, A Lifetime By Shashikant Dudhgaonkar Saw a couple in the street Waiting to cross Was driving in a traffic That crawled and stopped Could watch those birds In love for long Why I watched what held my gaze Realised when they had gone … Read more
Riding High – A Poem by Shashikant Dudhgaonkar Riding High By Shashikant Dudhgaonkar It’s so exciting to ride on the escalator Going upstairs in the mall Watch the entire floor going down With unwavering speed When I look at my feet Steps feel firm Yet they melt into approaching ground So smoothly Going down is … Read more
Dwarf – A Poem by Shashikant Dudhgaonkar Dwarf by Shashikant Dudhgaonkar This poem was written as a reflection on the recurring futility and senselessness of war, inspired by the ongoing conflicts between Israel and Gaza, the escalation involving Iran, and the prolonged Russia–Ukraine war. Despite the shifting actors, borders, and causes, what remains tragically constant … Read more
Age – A Poem by Shashikant Dudhgaonkar Age A maniacal determination Writ large in his face He walked with focus And grit That seemed to fumble Now and then His legs didn’t seem comply Orders from above Laboured steps and unsteady gait Tiny strides Woefully inadequate To reach the distance Written on his face Hands … Read more