Kamala Das (Kamala Suraiyya)

Kamala Das, also known as Kamala Suraiyya, was an Indian poet and writer renowned for her candid and emotional poetry that explores themes of love, identity, and personal freedom. Writing primarily in English and Malayalam, she broke societal taboos by openly discussing women’s feelings and experiences. Her work reflects deep introspection and a desire for self-expression, challenging traditional norms. Aside from her poetry, she wrote autobiographies and stories that reveal her complex life and perspectives. Kamala Das is remembered as a pioneering voice advocating female autonomy and authentic self-expression in Indian literature.