The Darkest hour

The gravity of her question turning my insides brown
Her seeking the truth slowly destroying my fragile crown 
I gasped for air trying to compose myself 
How do I tell a child that her mother has been taken, a truth so heavy buried in our darkest shelf
Her only crime was raising her voice 
How could she be equal to the great man who runs our life 
To defy the every being of an egoistical clan
I uttered the most dreadful words in our land 
"Your voice is a truth the world needs, my dear"
She grinned from ear to ear 
Knowing deep down the lies I told for her to live another year
If only I could muster the courage to challenge the blatant atrocities, 
Slowly eyes wandering to my inflicted permanent disabilities 
Questioning everyone who claims to be the beacon of peace 
Deep down still hoping for the suffering to ease
Copyright © | Year Posted 2025

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Pant Avatar
December 5, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Such a moving piece, every line carries both pain and hope. You’ve captured the struggle for human rights with raw honesty. This isn’t just poetry, it’s a call for empathy and action. Truly touched by the depth of these words.
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December 5, 2025 at 8:41 PM
Thank you so much
Agarwal  Avatar
December 3, 2025 at 5:15 AM
Deeply Moving. The emotion feels so real without being loud. Beautifully written.
Dixit Avatar
December 5, 2025 at 8:15 PM
Thank you for your kind words
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