In this powerful episode of the KNOW (Knowledge, Navigation, Opportunity, Wisdom), Tarun takes you on a heartfelt journey through the life, poetry, and philosophy of Shiv Kumar Batalvi – Birha Da Sultan. 
Who was Shiv Kumar Batalvi?
Why does his poetry still pierce hearts decades later?
How did love, loss, death, and longing shape his art?
What can today’s generation learn from his pain-soaked verses?

This isn’t just a biography. It’s a deep dive into the psychology of a poet, the socio-cultural landscape of Punjab in the 1960s, and the eternal conflict between love and mortality.

His early life & tragic love story
His poetic style & symbolism
The psychological layers behind his most famous poems
Why his themes of death and longing still resonate in 2025

Whether you are a poetry lover, a student of literature, or someone navigating emotions — this episode will leave you moved, thoughtful, and inspired.
Listen till the end for a soul-stirring tribute.
“Mainu Vida Karo, Main Jaana” — Shiv Kumar’s words echo beyond time. Let’s remember him not as a tragic poet, but as a torchbearer of emotion. 
Chapters
- Introduction
- Childhood & Early Influences
- Love, Loss & The Making of a Poet
- Signature Poems & Symbolism
- The Psychology of Pain
- Shiv Kumar in 2025: Why He Still Matters
- Personal Take by Tarun
- Outro & Tribute

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