Lakhmi Chand | |
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Born | Janti Kalan, Sonipat, Haryana |
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Language | Haryanvi language |
Nationality | Indian |
Lakhmi Chand, (1903–1945) also known as Pandit Lakhmi Chand, was an Indian poet of Haryanvi language. He was given the title 'Pandit'. He was also known as the Kalidas of Haryana. He has been accorded the honor of the 'Surya Har' of Haryanvi music genre Raagni and Saang. He is popularly referred to as 'Dada Lakhmi Chand'. His work is filled with songs containing messages on moral values, which earned him respect in all corners of Haryana. [1] [2]
Recently, the movie Dada Lakhmi which portrays the life story of Pandit Lakhmi Chand was released. It was directed by Yashpal Sharma.
"Lakhmi Chand was born in Janti Kalan(in 1903), a village in the Sonepat district of Haryana, to a family of Gaur Brahmin farmers. His spiritual guru was Pandit Deep Chand Bahman from village Khanda, Sonipat. He was determined to pursue a career in the arts despite opposition from his family. While he was not formally educated, he is widely considered one of the greatest poets in the Haryanvi language. [3] [4]
He would sing stories with moral messages in his 'Raagni' performances, and often used skits called Saang to convey messages about living a good life. His widely popular work, 'Lakhmichand Ka Brahmgyaan,' has been performed by many Haryanvi artists since his death. Through his performances, he entertained and educated people in their native language. [3]
His writings have marked influence on contemporary culture and the society of Haryana. Annually, Haryana Kala Parishad confers Pandit Lakhmi Chand Award to people for their contributions to Haryanvi literature. Pandit Lakhmi Chand made the following Saangs:
1) Raja Harishchander
2) Shahi Lakadhara
3) Jyani Chor
4) Seth Tarachand
5) Satyewan Savitri
6) Heer Ranjha
7) Chap Singh Somwati
8) Raja Gopichand
9) Bhup Puranjan
10) Meera Bai
11) Bhagat Puranmal
12) Hiramal Jamal
13) Raghubir Dharamkaur
14) Chaanderkiran
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