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{{Infobox writer
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| image = Dr._Kumar_Vishvas(cropped).jpg
| image = Dr._Kumar_Vishvas(cropped).jpg
| alt = Kumar Vushwas
| alt = Kumar Vushwas
| caption =Dr. Kumar Vishwas photographed in [[Indian Institute of Information Technology and Management, Gwalior|IIITM Gwalior]] 2009 Aurora function
| caption = Dr. Kumar Vishwas photographed in [[Indian Institute of Information Technology and Management, Gwalior|IIITM Gwalior]] 2009 Aurora function
|| birth_date ={{Birth date and age|df=yes|1970|2|10}}
|| birth_date = {{Birth date and age|df=yes|1970|2|10}}
| birth_place =[[Pilkhuwa]], [[Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh]]
| birth_place = [[Pilkhuwa]], [[Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh]]
| occupation = [[Poet]], Politician
| occupation = [[Poet]], Politician
| party = [[Aam Aadmi Party]]
| party = [[Aam Aadmi Party]]
| nationality = Indian
| nationality = Indian
| website = [http://www.kumarvishwas.com/ Official Website]
| parents = Chandrapal Sharma (father)<br>Rama Sharma (mother)
}}
}}


'''Kumar Vishwas''' (born 10 February 1970) is a [[Hindi]]-language [[performance poetry|performance poet]] and an Indian politician and National Executive of [[Aam Aadmi Party]].<ref>{{cite news|title=Kumar Vishwas may get Lok Sabha ticket from Amethi|url=http://m.timesofindia.com/india/Kumar-Vishwas-may-get-Lok-Sabha-ticket-from-Amethi/articleshow/28656174.cms|accessdate=19 December 2014|agency=Times of India|date=11 January 2014}}</ref>
'''Kumar Vishwas''' (born 10 February 1970) is a [[Hindi]]-language [[performance poetry|performance poet]] and an Indian politician and National Executive of [[Aam Aadmi Party]].<ref>{{cite news|title=Kumar Vishwas may get Lok Sabha ticket from Amethi|url=http://m.timesofindia.com/india/Kumar-Vishwas-may-get-Lok-Sabha-ticket-from-Amethi/articleshow/28656174.cms|accessdate=19 December 2014|agency=Times of India|date=11 January 2014}}</ref>As a celebrated [[List of Hindi-language poets|Hindi poet]], he is the most sought-after poet throughout the [[Hindi]] speaking people across the world.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.news18.com/news/lifestyle/jashn-e-rekhta-2016-kumar-vishwas-poetry-wins-hearts-receives-unending-cheers-and-applauds-1203200.html|title= Dr Kumar Vishwas poetry wins hearts receives unending cheers and applauds|work=www.news18.com|author=News18}}</ref> As a social communicator, Vishvas has engaged himself in several youth-connect programs via different platforms including his poetic events. As an Author he has engaged himself in writing articles, poems, stories etc.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://motivateme.in/dr-kumar-vishwas-the-gifted-poet-and-author/|title=Dr Kumar Vishwas the gifted poet and author}}</ref>


==Career==
==Career==
Vishwas has participated in poetry recitations and functions abroad including the USA, Dubai, Singapore, and Japan.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://tn.exoticdubai.com/2009/01/indian-mushaira-in-dsf/|title=Indian Mushaira in DSF&nbsp;— Dubai Travel News|publisher=}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.indiaabroad-digital.com/indiaabroad/20100604?pg=57#pg57|title=India Abroad&nbsp;— June 4, 2010|publisher=}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://news.in.msn.com/international/article.aspx?cp-documentid=4889419|title=Hindi poet on a peace mission&nbsp;— International News&nbsp;– News&nbsp;– MSN India|publisher=}}</ref><ref>[http://iskconjapan.com/diwali2011.html Welcome to the ISKCON<!-- Bot generated title -->]</ref>
Vishwas has participated in poetry recitations and functions abroad including the [[USA]], [[Dubai]], [[Singapore]], and [[Japan]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://tn.exoticdubai.com/2009/01/indian-mushaira-in-dsf/|title=Indian Mushaira in DSF&nbsp: Dubai Travel News|work=www.exoticdubai.com|author=Exotic Dubai}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.indiaabroad-digital.com/indiaabroad/20100604?pg=57#pg57|title=Poet's day out in Washington|work=www.indiaabroad-digital.com|author=India Abroad Digital}}</ref> Vishwas supported the anti-corruption movement led by [[Anna Hazare]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/politics-and-nation/aaps-kumar-vishwas-and-sanjay-singh-brief-anna-hazare-on-janlokpal-bill/articleshow/49994888.cms|title=AAP's Kumar Vishwas and Sanjay Singh brief Anna Hazare on Janlokpal Bill|work=www.economictimes.com|author=Economic Times}}</ref><ref>cite web|url=http://www.dnaindia.com/india/report-anna-hazare-permanent-source-of-inspiration-for-aap-kumar-vishwas-1933964|title=Anna Hazare permanent source of inspiration for Aap: Kumar Vishwas|work=www.dnaindia.com|author=DNA INDIA}}</ref>He is a member of the national executive of the [[Aam Aadmi Party]] (AAP).<ref>{{cite news|agency=IANS |url=http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2012-11-26/india/35365698_1_rai-and-kumar-vishwas-manish-sisodia-aam-aadmi-party |archive-url=https://archive.is/20130126043238/http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2012-11-26/india/35365698_1_rai-and-kumar-vishwas-manish-sisodia-aam-aadmi-party |dead-url=yes |archive-date=26 January 2013 |date=26 November 2012 |title=Arvind Kejriwal formally launches Aam Aadmi Party |publisher=The Times of India |accessdate=2013-01-02 |df= }}</ref> He contested the [[Indian general election, 2014|2014 Lok Sabha election]], as an AAP candidate from [[Amethi (Lok Sabha constituency)|Amethi]], but lost to [[Rahul Gandhi]].<ref>{{cite web|title=Election Results 2014: Rahul Gandhi wins Amethi seat by 1.07 lakh votes|url=http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/politics-and-nation/election-results-2014-rahul-gandhi-wins-amethi-seat-by-1-07-lakh-votes/articleshow/35218080.cms|publisher=Economic Times|accessdate=18 May 2014}}</ref>


===As a performer===
Vishwas supported the anti-corruption movement led by [[Anna Hazare]]. He is a member of the national executive of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP).<ref>{{cite news|agency=IANS |url=http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2012-11-26/india/35365698_1_rai-and-kumar-vishwas-manish-sisodia-aam-aadmi-party |archive-url=https://archive.is/20130126043238/http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2012-11-26/india/35365698_1_rai-and-kumar-vishwas-manish-sisodia-aam-aadmi-party |dead-url=yes |archive-date=26 January 2013 |date=26 November 2012 |title=Arvind Kejriwal formally launches Aam Aadmi Party |publisher=The Times of India |accessdate=2013-01-02 |df= }}</ref> He contested the [[Indian general election, 2014|2014 Lok Sabha election]], as an AAP candidate from [[Amethi (Lok Sabha constituency)|Amethi]], but lost to [[Rahul Gandhi]].<ref>{{cite web|title=Election Results 2014: Rahul Gandhi wins Amethi seat by 1.07 lakh votes|url=http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/politics-and-nation/election-results-2014-rahul-gandhi-wins-amethi-seat-by-1-07-lakh-votes/articleshow/35218080.cms|publisher=Economic Times|accessdate=18 May 2014}}</ref>
As a performer, Vishwas has travelled various countries across the [[Glob]]. His solo concerts have practically changed the definition of [[Performance poetry|poetic performances]] in [[India]].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://khabar.ndtv.com/news/india/kumar-vishwas-tweets-for-kangana-ranaut-1745637|title=Kumar Vishwas tweets for Kangna Ranaut|work=www.khabar.ndtv.com|author=ND tv }}</ref> Starting from the image of a traditional poet, he took a lead in changing the overall structure of [[Performance poetry|poetic performances]] by using the [[technology]], stylish mic, sound and light effect and of late, musical presentation of poetry.


===As an author===
A sting operation was carried out by a media portal ahead of the 2013 Delhi Assembly elections that claimed that some AAP members, including Vishwas, had raised illegal cash donations.<ref>[http://indiatoday.intoday.in/story/aam-aadmi-party-sting-operation-shazia-ilmi-resignation-illegal-funds-media-sarkar/1/326004.html AAP sting operation: Website says will not give raw footage : North, News - India Today<!-- Bot generated title -->]</ref><ref>[http://news.in.msn.com/national/%E2%80%98media-sarkar%E2%80%99-operation-stings-aap-candidates ‘Media sarkar’ operation stings AAP candidates<!-- Bot generated title -->]</ref> The AAP accused the portal of slandering the leaders of the party.<ref>[http://www.thehindu.com/news/national/aap-sees-cd-gives-clean-chit-to-candidates/article5386512.ece AAP sees CD, gives clean chit to candidates - The Hindu<!-- Bot generated title -->]</ref> Mediasarkar.com and AAP filed cross complaints against each other. The Police promised action after a thorough investigation.<ref>[http://indianexpress.com/article/india/india-others/aap-media-sarkar-file-complaints-against-each-other-cries-of-defamation-do-the-rounds/ AAP,Media Sarkar file complaints against each other,cries of defamation do the rounds]</ref><ref>[http://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/AAP-files-defamation-case-against-Media-Sarkar/2013/11/26/article1911470.ece AAP files defamation case against 'Media Sarkar' - The New Indian Express<!-- Bot generated title -->]</ref><ref name="dnaindia.com">{{cite web|title=Kumar Vishwas' mail shows lack of trust in Arvind Kejriwal|url=http://www.dnaindia.com/india/report-kumar-vishwas-mail-shows-lack-of-trust-in-arvind-kejriwal-2072544|website=DNA|publisher=DNA|accessdate=30 March 2015}}</ref>
Having penned numerous poems and articles, Vishwas is known to be a prominent author of [[Hindi|Hindi language]]. Two of his books have been published by renowned publishing houses of [[India]]. ''Ik Pagli Ladki ke Bin'' (1996) was his debut collection. His second poetry collection ''Koi Deewana Kahta Hai''(2007) became a best seller.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.amarujala.com/kavya/irshaad/kumar-vishwas-koi-deewana-kehta-hai-koi-pagal-samajhta-hai|title=Kumar Vishwas: Koi Deewana Kahta hai, Koi Pagal Samajhta Hai|work=www.amarujala.com|author=Amar Ujala}}</ref> <ref>{{cite web|url=http://navbharattimes.indiatimes.com/india/books-from-kalam-to-javed-akhtar-and-chetan-bhagat-in-hindi39s-bestseller-books-list/articleshow/60197937.cms|title=Books from Kalam to JAved Akhtar and Chetan Bhagat in Hindi's best seller books list|work=www.navbharattimes.indiatimes.com|author=Navbharat Times}}</ref>The book created new records in sales volume in the succeeding years. It was reported as the highest selling book during numerous literature events and book fairs since 2010. His third collection ''KHUDRANG'' is under publication.

A video clip from [[Kavi sammelan]] in which he is shown making alleged derogatory remarks about [[Husayn ibn Ali|Imam Hussain]] and Hindu deities and nurses from kerela went viral on social media websites,various cases were registered against him. Vishwas responded that the clippings were doctored and he apologizes if he had unintentionally hurt someone's sentiment.<ref>[http://indiatoday.intoday.in/story/kumar-vishwas-has-apologised-for-his-muharram-comments-says-kejriwal/1/334669.html Kumar Vishwas has apologised for his Muharram comments, says Kejriwal : Delhi, News - India Today<!-- Bot generated title -->]</ref><ref>[http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/Comment-on-Keralite-nurses-Oommen-Chandy-wants-Kumar-Vishwas-to-apologize/articleshow/29169460.cms Comment on Keralite nurses: Oommen Chandy wants Kumar Vishwas to apologize - Times Of India<!-- Bot generated title -->]</ref> Later, Vishwas apologised for his remarks, saying it was not his intention to hurt anyone's sentiments or feelings.<ref>{{cite web|title=Kumar Vishwas apologies over his remarks on Nurses from Kerala|url=http://news.biharprabha.com/2014/01/kumar-vishwas-apologies-over-his-remarks-on-nurses-from-kerala/|work=IANS|publisher=Biharprabha News|accessdate=22 January 2014}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.firstpost.com/politics/kumar-vishwas-booked-in-lucknow-for-remarks-against-hindu-deities-1348857.html|title=Kumar Vishwas booked in Lucknow for remarks against Hindu deities|work=Firstpost}}</ref>

He was accused by a campaign volunteer for molesting and making "sexually coloured" remarks, the courts order a [[First Information Report|FIR]] to be registered because of the complaint, and a criminal case is being made against him.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.newdelhijournal.com/?q=node/3|title=FIR on Kumar Vishwas molestation Plee {{!}} The New Delhi Journal|website=www.newdelhijournal.com|access-date=2016-06-06|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160323183518/http://www.newdelhijournal.com/?q=node/3|archive-date=March 23, 2016}}</ref>


==Recognition==
==Recognition==
* Awarded Certificate of Recognition by [[California State Assembly]]<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.bhaskar.com/news/UP-GHAZI-awarded-kumar-vishwas-poet-california-assembly-america-4700763-NOR.html|title=Awarded Kumar Vishwas Poet California Assembly America&nbsp;— bhaskar.com|work=www.bhaskar.com}}</ref>
* Awarded Certificate of Recognition by [[California State Assembly]]<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.bhaskar.com/news/UP-GHAZI-awarded-kumar-vishwas-poet-california-assembly-america-4700763-NOR.html|title=Awarded Kumar Vishwas Poet California Assembly America&nbsp;— bhaskar.com|work=www.bhaskar.com}}</ref>
* Invited to Google HQ, California to address the Indians working there<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.rediff.com/news/report/look-who-turned-up-at-google-kumar-vishwas/20140730.htm|title=Look who turned up at Google? Kumar Vishwas!|date=30 July 2014|work=Rediff}}</ref>
* Invited to [[Google]] HQ, [[California]] to address the Indians working there<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.rediff.com/news/report/look-who-turned-up-at-google-kumar-vishwas/20140730.htm|title=Look who turned up at Google? Kumar Vishwas!|date=30 July 2014|work=Rediff}}</ref>
* Invited to [[La Trobe University]], Melbourne, Australia to deliver a guest lecture on the topic "The life of poetry in modern India - culture, poetry and song".<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.latrobe.edu.au/events/all/the-life-of-poetry-in-modern-india-culture,-poetry,-and-song |subscription=yes}}</ref>
* Invited to [[La Trobe University]], [[Melbourne]], [[Australia]] to deliver a guest lecture on the topic "The life of poetry in modern India - culture, poetry and song".<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.latrobe.edu.au/events/all/the-life-of-poetry-in-modern-india-culture,-poetry,-and-song |title=The life of poetry in modern India culture, poetry and song|work=www.latrobe.edu.au|author=La Trobe}}</ref>
* The [[Stanford University]] and has invited Vishwas for Guest Lecture.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thesouthasiantimes.info/news-Kumar_Vishwas_here_to_entertain_NY_NJ-54909-New%20York-112.html|title=Kumar Vishwas here to entertain NY-NJ|work=The South Asian Times}}</ref>
* [[Victoria University of Wellington]], [[New Zealand]] has invited Kumar Vishwas for Guest Lecture.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://roundtown.com/event/14382727/Peace-and-Brotherhood-Lecture-Wellington-NZ|title= Peace and Brotherhood Lecture |work=RoundTown}}</ref>
* [[University of Melbourne|The Melbourne University]] of Australia has invited Kumar Vishwas for Guest Lecture.


==References==
==References==

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Kumar Vishwas
Kumar Vushwas
Dr. Kumar Vishwas photographed in IIITM Gwalior 2009 Aurora function
Born (1970-02-10) 10 February 1970 (age 54)
Pilkhuwa, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh
OccupationPoet, Politician
NationalityIndian
ParentsChandrapal Sharma (father)
Rama Sharma (mother)
Website
Official Website

Kumar Vishwas (born 10 February 1970) is a Hindi-language performance poet and an Indian politician and National Executive of Aam Aadmi Party.[1]As a celebrated Hindi poet, he is the most sought-after poet throughout the Hindi speaking people across the world.[2] As a social communicator, Vishvas has engaged himself in several youth-connect programs via different platforms including his poetic events. As an Author he has engaged himself in writing articles, poems, stories etc.[3]

Career

Vishwas has participated in poetry recitations and functions abroad including the USA, Dubai, Singapore, and Japan.[4][5] Vishwas supported the anti-corruption movement led by Anna Hazare.[6][7]He is a member of the national executive of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP).[8] He contested the 2014 Lok Sabha election, as an AAP candidate from Amethi, but lost to Rahul Gandhi.[9]

As a performer

As a performer, Vishwas has travelled various countries across the Glob. His solo concerts have practically changed the definition of poetic performances in India.[10] Starting from the image of a traditional poet, he took a lead in changing the overall structure of poetic performances by using the technology, stylish mic, sound and light effect and of late, musical presentation of poetry.

As an author

Having penned numerous poems and articles, Vishwas is known to be a prominent author of Hindi language. Two of his books have been published by renowned publishing houses of India. Ik Pagli Ladki ke Bin (1996) was his debut collection. His second poetry collection Koi Deewana Kahta Hai(2007) became a best seller.[11] [12]The book created new records in sales volume in the succeeding years. It was reported as the highest selling book during numerous literature events and book fairs since 2010. His third collection KHUDRANG is under publication.

Recognition

References

  1. ^ "Kumar Vishwas may get Lok Sabha ticket from Amethi". Times of India. 11 January 2014. Retrieved 19 December 2014.
  2. ^ News18. "Dr Kumar Vishwas poetry wins hearts receives unending cheers and applauds". www.news18.com.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
  3. ^ "Dr Kumar Vishwas the gifted poet and author".
  4. ^ Exotic Dubai. "Indian Mushaira in DSF&nbsp: Dubai Travel News". www.exoticdubai.com.
  5. ^ India Abroad Digital. "Poet's day out in Washington". www.indiaabroad-digital.com.
  6. ^ Economic Times. "AAP's Kumar Vishwas and Sanjay Singh brief Anna Hazare on Janlokpal Bill". www.economictimes.com.
  7. ^ cite web|url=http://www.dnaindia.com/india/report-anna-hazare-permanent-source-of-inspiration-for-aap-kumar-vishwas-1933964%7Ctitle=Anna Hazare permanent source of inspiration for Aap: Kumar Vishwas|work=www.dnaindia.com|author=DNA INDIA}}
  8. ^ "Arvind Kejriwal formally launches Aam Aadmi Party". The Times of India. IANS. 26 November 2012. Archived from the original on 26 January 2013. Retrieved 2 January 2013. {{cite news}}: Unknown parameter |dead-url= ignored (|url-status= suggested) (help)
  9. ^ "Election Results 2014: Rahul Gandhi wins Amethi seat by 1.07 lakh votes". Economic Times. Retrieved 18 May 2014.
  10. ^ ND tv. "Kumar Vishwas tweets for Kangna Ranaut". www.khabar.ndtv.com.
  11. ^ Amar Ujala. "Kumar Vishwas: Koi Deewana Kahta hai, Koi Pagal Samajhta Hai". www.amarujala.com.
  12. ^ Navbharat Times. "Books from Kalam to JAved Akhtar and Chetan Bhagat in Hindi's best seller books list". www.navbharattimes.indiatimes.com.
  13. ^ "Awarded Kumar Vishwas Poet California Assembly America — bhaskar.com". www.bhaskar.com.
  14. ^ "Look who turned up at Google? Kumar Vishwas!". Rediff. 30 July 2014.
  15. ^ La Trobe. "The life of poetry in modern India culture, poetry and song". www.latrobe.edu.au.
  16. ^ "Kumar Vishwas here to entertain NY-NJ". The South Asian Times.
  17. ^ "Peace and Brotherhood Lecture". RoundTown.

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