Delhi Winter Poem by Asit Kumar Sanyal

Delhi is an absolute delight in winter
Euphoria floats this time in the air
Last week the winter arrived in Delhi
giving the city a magic touch
These days people snuggling on the road
in warm colorful clothes, caps, gloves
Enjoying the chilly winter days
Sipping hot tea, coffee and wine.

Like every year, the city slowly turning
into a riot of colors
with variety of flowers and plants
At lawns, road sides, round abouts, gardens
Youth eating with fun and friends
at rooftop cafes, outdoor restaurants
Families celebrating Sundays with picnic
And sports in the beautiful gardens.

Migratory birds given their attendance
at zoo, Lodi Garden, Biodiversity park
Sunny morning welcoming tourists
with steamed momos, Gajaks, Revadis
Dwellers enjoying evening bonfire
Sitting in groups outside the slums
School, colleges, institutions…
Organizing their annual festivals.

Housewives preparing Gajar-Halua
At houses for the family members
Guests visiting historical monuments
Office babus cracking roasted peanuts
Sitting in sunshine at launch time
Beggars and homeless people shifted
To their respective night shelters
Children waiting for Christmas holiday.