Saeed Ahmad Akhtar is one of the renowned contemporary poets of Urdu. He has published more than a dozen books on poetry. He has also composed in English.  His verse especially ghazal is very rich in versatility and diversity of topics. He abided by the rules and norms of classical poetry as well as modern contemporary trends.At a glance; one can point to a gloomy atmosphere and deep sorrow in Akhtar's ghazals. But the fact is that he doesn't appreciate disappointment and despair; rather he keeps his journey towards better and brighter future.