Arun Kamal is a prominent contemporary Hindi poet. His first collection, Apni Keval Dhaar (1980), established his distinct voice, and he received the Sahitya Akademi Award in 1998 for Naye Ilaake Mein (1996). His poetry reflects everyday life, human experiences, and a deep commitment to marginalized communities. Besides poetry, he has made significant contributions to criticism, essays, and translation, with his works translated into multiple Indian and foreign languages.