Daily Poetry — July 15, 2026

हिमाद्रि तुंग शृंग से

Composed by जयशंकर प्रसाद

Original Hindi

हिमाद्रि तुंग शृंग से प्रबुद्ध शुद्ध भारती स्वयंप्रभा समुज्ज्वला स्वतंत्रता पुकारती। अमर वीरों को सदा प्रशस्त पंथ हो जहाँ साहस का है न कुछ अविराम मार्ग हो जहाँ।

English Translation

From the lofty peaks of the Himalayas, The awakened, pure Bharat, Shining with its own light, brilliant, Freedom calls out. For immortal heroes, always, May the glorious path be where Courage knows no bounds, May the journey be unceasing.

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AI Echo (Hindi)

नवीन उषा की किरण, अंधकार को चीरती, जागृत हो देश मेरा, हर बाधा से जूझती। ज्ञान का प्रकाश फैले, प्रेम का हो विस्तार, एकता की शक्ति से, नव युग का हो श्रृंगार। हर कदम पर दृढ़ता, संकल्प अविचल रहे, मातृभूमि के गौरव हेतु, हर प्राण समर्पित रहे।

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AI Echo (English)

The ray of a new dawn, Piercing through the darkness, May my nation awaken, Fighting every obstacle. May the light of knowledge spread, May love expand, With the power of unity, May a new era be adorned. Firmness at every step, May resolve remain unshaken, For the glory of the motherland, May every life remain devoted.

Literary & Historical Context

"Himadri Tung Shring Se" is an iconic patriotic song from Jaishankar Prasad's historical play 'Skandagupta' (1928). Prasad, a towering figure of the Chhayavaad (Romanticism) era in Hindi literature, skillfully used historical and mythological narratives to express contemporary emotions and ideals. This particular piece, sung by the character Vijaya, a Huna princess who has embraced Indian culture, became a powerful symbol of national pride and a call for freedom during India's struggle for independence. The poem's majestic imagery of the Himalayas as a source of awakened, pure, and self-luminous Bharat, combined with the fervent cry for 'Swatantrata' (freedom), resonated deeply with the nationalist sentiments of the time. It not only inspires valor and an unceasing journey of courage but also highlights the intrinsic dignity and self-sufficiency of the Indian identity, making it a significant work in Hindi literature that continues to evoke patriotism and a sense of shared heritage.