In the heart of Nepal, where mountains rise,

Where the air is sweet with whispers of the wise,

There lived a poet, revered and true,

Rastriya Kabi Madhav Ghimire, we honor you. 

Your words danced upon the breeze,

In every verse, the soul found ease,

Through rugged paths and verdant glades,

Your poetry echoed in cascading serenades.

With ink and paper, you painted dreams,

In the flowing rivers and the moonlit streams,

Your verses soared, touched the sky,

Like birds of freedom, they dared to fly.

In every stanza, a piece of your soul,

A treasure trove of stories untold,

You etched emotions with every line,

In the timeless tapestry of time.

Though you have journeyed beyond our sight,

Your words still linger in the gentle light,

In every dawn, in every twilight's gleam,

Madhav Ghimire, you remain a timeless dream.

For in the realm where poets roam,

Your spirit thrives, your legacy shone,

In the heart of Nepal, in every fold,

Your poetry lives, a tale untold.

In memory of your grace, your art,

We weave this ode, a humble part,

Rastriya Kabi, your legacy soars,

In the tapestry of eternity, forevermore.

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माधव प्रसाद घिमिरे

In the tapestry of Nepali literature, one name shines with unparalleled brilliance - Madhav Prasad Ghimire (Nepali: माधव प्रसाद घिमिरे). Born on 23rd September 1919, his poetic journey became a testament to the soul of Nepal itself, resonating through the valleys and peaks of its cultural landscape. With an inkwell as his compass and the vast expanse of language as his canvas, Ghimire transcended mere words to weave intricate tapestries of emotion and wisdom.

His pen, dipped in the essence of Nepali tradition, painted vibrant portraits of life, love, and the human spirit. In 2003, his profound contributions were rightfully honored as he was bestowed with the prestigious title of Rashtrakavi (National Poet) by the Government of Nepal, a testament to his enduring impact on the nation's literary heritage.

Ghimire's literary oeuvre stands as a majestic Himalayan range, each poem a towering peak of insight and beauty. Among his celebrated masterpieces are "Gauri," "Malati Mangale," "Shakuntala," and "Himalwari Himalpari," each a gem adorning the crown of Nepali literature.

Even as the years march forward, Ghimire's verses continue to resonate with the hearts and minds of readers, echoing through the corridors of time like the reverberations of a sacred mantra. His legacy, like the eternal snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas, remains an enduring symbol of Nepal's literary richness and cultural pride.