In Conversation with Young Poet Subrat Saurabh

1. Tell us all about your childhood and where you grew up. How was life different, then? What were your hobbies, early influences, mentors?

[Subrat] I was born in a small town "Muzaffarpur" of Bihar. I studied and grow up in Muzaffarpur and Ranchi. I have studied Engineering and working as a Senior Consultant in a reputed software firm in Bangalore. Writing is always a hobby for me since my school days. i love to contribute for my school and college magazines. I am always influenced by Gulzar Sahab poems. 

2. You suited up as a Poet, Writer rather early, with your poetry and writing. What inspired you to take this up? And what was your aim?

[Subrat] My family and close friends have encouraged me to convert my collection of poetries in a book. I am a keen observer of different moods of people around me and get inspired to pen them down. My main aim is to reach a large section of youths who are staying away from family for study or job.

3. What impact has your poetry had on the community?

[Subrat] My poetry is not on a social issues but off course it try to connect those who are staying away from home and parents. it can be a great companion to them.

4. When and why did you pick up the quill? How much time did you devote to it, and did you keep your job alongside? How did you juggle both?

[Subrat] I believe in work life balance. yes, i am working as a Senior Consultant in a reputed software firm in Bangalore.I prefer to write in night or i would say that i love to write in night with peace. 

5. Who is Your favorite Poet/ inspiration and why?

[Subrat] Gulzar Sahab. I feel connected with his words and they way he elaborate the situation is a poetry is incredible

6. Mention the success you have experienced.

[Subrat] I am over