Shahid Ali was a multi-faceted personality and appears to be a sensitive soul. He was born in Srinagar and studied in Delhi. Later, he migrated to America and served in various colleges and universities. Shahid was a fine scholar and a brilliant teacher which was reflected by the love and respect shown by his student. Shahid was a profound lover of good poetry, music, clothes and food. He always thought of Kashmir and was hurt by the mounting **** in the valley. Though he was not a political poet, his finest work relates to writing about Kashmir. He was a firm believer of not mixing politics and religion. Even ** could not break his spirit, which showed he never lost the courage in the face of misfortune. He refused to take the help of the wheelchair in the hospital.
