“Paper” — A Thought-Provoking Poem by Jahnavi Gadepalli
Paper
A Poem by Jahnavi Gadepalli
About the Author
Jahnavi Gadepalli hails from Hyderabad. She is a talented poet and artist recognized for her literary and artistic achievements. In November 2023, she earned a place in the Telangana Book of Records for Literary and Artistic Excellence. She was also honored with the Pride of Bharath Award in August 2024 by the I Can Foundation.
Her artwork was exhibited at the prestigious Khawaab-E-Mussawairi exhibition organized by Sagar Art Stream at Al Habtoor Palace in November 2024.
Jahnavi secured 7th place in the International Poetry Competition organized by Global Circle and Publications in August 2023 and achieved 14th rank in the poetry competition conducted by Knight Writers in 2023.
She has also contributed as a co-author to several anthologies. Her notable poems have been featured in the books Spring Petals by Autumn Leaves Publication and Siblings Slam Book by Let’s Write Publication.
Paper
Paper is crushed.
Paper is pressed,
Paper is used,
And thrown outside,
When it’s in the wrong hands!
Paper is a page for writers.
Paper is a sketch sheet for artists.
Paper is a communication mode for journalists.
And kept safe and secured,
When it’s in the right hands!
