A poetry symposium was organized at the city’s cultural hall. The poster boldly announced: “To Each His Own Tune – A Special Comic Poetry Evening.” Just reading the title, people understood that the event promised more entertainment than serious poetry. On stage, different poets were busy preparing, each eager to present something unique in his own distinctive style.
The program began with Mr. Sharma. Taking the microphone confidently, he declared, “Today, I have come to reveal the truth of society.” He then launched into a poem that followed no predictable path. One moment it spoke of love, the next of politics, and suddenly it shifted to food and daily life. The audience smiled in amusement as each line took an unexpected turn. Some whispered to one another, “This truly is to each his own tune.”
Next came Mr. Gupta. As he stepped onto the stage, he proudly announced, “I do not imitate anyone. I believe in originality.” His poem blended weather, tea, neighbors, and philosophy all into one curious mixture. The real charm of his performance lay in its unpredictability — it would begin with one idea and end somewhere entirely different.
The third poet approached the microphone and said, “I simply express what my heart feels.” He presented a delightful mix of humor and satire. From office troubles to children’s mischief, and from everyday struggles to life’s amusing ironies, his verses had the audience laughing uncontrollably.
At the conclusion of the event, the host remarked that the most remarkable aspect of the evening was that each poet had recited in his own style. No one copied another; everyone entertained in his own unique manner. The audience left happily, saying they had truly understood the meaning of “to each his own tune.”
Even the neighborhood buzzed with discussion about the event. People agreed that sometimes, when different tunes come together, they create the most joyful music of life.
RAJEEV VERMA 