Ishq Likha Hai

Kavishala Valentine’s Week Poetry Contest

This Valentine’s Week, Kavishala invites poets, writers, and lovers of words to take part in a seven to eight day poetry journey where emotions find their truest voice.

From first feelings to forever love, from heartbreak to healing, Ishq Likha Hai is a celebration of love in all its forms, written one poem at a time.

Contest Format

• Write one original poem daily for 7–8 days
• Languages allowed: Hindi, English, Hinglish
• Poetry styles: Free verse, Ghazal, Nazm, Prose poetry
• Theme: Love in all its forms

Daily Themes

• Day 1 – First Feelings
• Day 2 – Unsaid Love
• Day 3 – Distance and Separation
• Day 4 – Heartbreak
• Day 5 – Healing and Self-Love
• Day 6 – Forever Love
• Day 7 – Love Beyond Romance
• Optional Day 8 – Open Love Theme

Prizes and Recognition

• Top 3 Poets of the Week will receive winner certificates, featured spotlight posts on Kavishala, surprise literary gifts or vouchers, and priority consideration for upcoming Kavishala projects.
• All Participants will receive a digital certificate of participation and a Valentine’s Week Poet Badge.
• Selected poems will be featured on Kavishala’s official platforms.
• Special mentions include Best Hindi Poem, Best English Poem, Most Consistent Poet, and Audience Choice.

Teams and Categories

• Solo Poet: Individual participation.
• Duo or Couple: Two poets writing together, reflecting shared emotions.
• Open Community Category: For beginners and first-time writers.

How to Participate

• Write one poem daily during Valentine’s Week
• Post on Dil Se Kalam Tak - Valentine’s Poetry Week Contest Page (Kavishala) ONLY
• Alternatively, submit directly to Kavishala as announced