Rekhta: World of Urdu poetry

Rekhta: World of Urdu poetry

Ghazal, Nazm, Sher, and more

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • January 9, 2017
  • July 16, 2026

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Explore the world's largest collection of Urdu poetry and literature. Read ghazals, nazms, and stories in Urdu, Hindi, or Roman script. Instantly find word meanings and discover curated collections on various themes. Access works from renowned poets and writers.

Urdu, Hindi, Roman script support
Instant word meaning lookup
Curated shayari collections
Complete poet and author works
Powerful search engine
Dark and light theme options
Easy sharing to social media
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What's New in Rekhta

5.0.6

July 16, 2026

Minor bug fixes and improvement.

User reviews

Great concept but manyy bugs

I have been using the app for a while, and I have been following great and really appreciate these initiatives to spread the love of poetry, but only problem is it lagging a lot after one or two uses and it’s not loading quickly, and it’s not showing any of my saved poetry and you know, I have to go back again and again, so that’s a little bit of Bhagya and I hope Rekhta can fix as soon as possible and face issues with other Rekhta website, as well.
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Response from developer

Dear Jinglereviews, thank you for your feedback and for supporting Rekhta’s initiatives. We’re sorry to hear about the lag and saved poetry issues. To help us investigate the lag, please share a short screen recording of the problem at app@rekhta.org. For the saved poetry issue, kindly write to us from the registered email ID you use to log in to the app, and our team will be happy to assist you. Team Rekhta

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Excellent app but NEED SUFINAMA APP!!!

CFO (Owner-Employee)

I can’t write in Urdu but can write Hindi fluently. My father was well-versed in Urdu and did much of his correspondence in Urdu. It’s from him that I picked up many words of Urdu and, I’m glad, they still are ‘alive’.
मेरे लिए तो यह साइट एक बहुत ही मुफीद चीज साबित हुई - एक गजरे हुए वक्त मे झांकने का झरोखा है - एक एनसाइक्लोपीडिया का काम करती है। मैं लाहौर भी कई दफ़ा गया हूँ परंतु “वह” उर्दू वहाँ भी अब कम ही सुनाई देती है। बदलते वक़्तों का तक़ाज़ा है।
आप इस साइट को अन्त तक चालू
रखिएगा।बहुतों को इससे फ़ायदा होगा।
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bring back the classic

I have been a loyal reader on Rekhta for a long time, but the new update with the scroll-type layout is very disappointing. The old style was simple, elegant, and much easier to navigate. This new "feed" style feels cluttered and makes it harder to find the specific poets and ghazals I love.
My Request to the Developers:
1. Please bring back the Old Classic Style as the default.
2. If you want to keep the new scroll layout, please give us a "Classic Mode" toggle in the settings so we can choose the layout we prefer.
The old tab system was perfect for a serious reader. If the UI stays this chaotic, I’m afraid you will lose many long-time readers like me. Please listen to your community!
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Response from developer

Dear Abhay, thank you for sharing your feedback. We appreciate your patience and would like to clarify that we are currently working on improvements to the Home Page experience. In an upcoming update, the Home Page will be personalised based on your activity. The poets, ghazals, and sher you follow, like, or read will help us show you similar and relevant content on your Home Page. This will make it easier for you to discover poetry that truly matches your interests. Thank you for being a valued Rekhta reader. Team Rekhta

Merge Rekhta Dictionary Fully into Rekhta App

Great app with amazing Urdu poetry. One suggestion: please merge all features of the Rekhta Dictionary into the main Rekhta app. The current dictionary inside Rekhta is limited, and switching between two apps is inconvenient. A single app with full dictionary support would be much better for users.

Response from developer

Dear Aadil, Thank you for your thoughtful feedback and kind words. The Rekhta app and the Rekhta Dictionary app are designed for different purposes. The Rekhta app offers basic dictionary support for quick reference, while the Rekhta Dictionary is a dedicated, much more extensive resource. Keeping them separate allows us to maintain depth and performance in the dictionary. We truly appreciate your suggestion and understanding. Team Rekhta

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Reported Bugs

5 issues

Login/signup process not working

Bug

Favorites section not functioning properly

Bug

Urdu text not displaying correctly

Bug

App crashes when opening poems/ghazals

Bug

Inconsistent behavior across devices

Bug

Requested Features

5 requests

Increase font size options

Feature

Add landscape mode support

Feature

Improve stability and performance

Feature

Introduce dark mode

Feature

Enhance search and filtering capabilities

Feature

FAQ

What is Rekhta: World of Urdu poetry?

Rekhta is the world's largest portal dedicated to Urdu poetry and literature. It offers a vast collection of ghazals, nazms, sher, dohe, stories, and more, presented in Urdu, Hindi, and Roman scripts. The app aims to make Urdu literature accessible and enjoyable for a global audience.

What are the key features of this app?

Key features include reading content in Urdu, Hindi, or Roman scripts, instantly looking up the meanings of difficult Urdu words in Hindi and English, accessing a comprehensive collection of works from thousands of poets and authors, and a powerful search engine. Users can also enjoy curated shayari collections and switch between dark and light themes.

Is this app free to use?

The application is available for free download and use. While the description does not explicitly mention in-app purchases, the monetization model is listed as 'free with in-app purchases', suggesting some content or features might be available for purchase within the app.

What kind of Urdu poetry and literature can I find?

You can find a wide range of Urdu poetry, including ghazals, nazms, rubai, qita, and dohe, as well as stories, articles, quotes, and letters. The app features works from famous Urdu poets like Jaun Elia, Mirza Ghalib, and Allama Iqbal, as well as renowned writers such as Saadat Hasan Manto and Premchand.

How can I find the meaning of Urdu words?

The app provides an easy way to find word meanings. By simply clicking on any difficult Urdu word within the text, you can instantly view its meaning in Hindi and English, facilitating a deeper understanding of the poetry and literature.