Modern Indian Poets:
* Jaya Jaitly: Poet, novelist, activist, and cultural commentator. Known for her work on women's issues and Indian culture.
* A.K. Ramanujan: Scholar, poet, and translator. Known for his work exploring Indian culture and mythology.
* Agha Shahid Ali: Noted for his work on the Kashmir conflict and his exploration of identity.
* Nissim Ezekiel: A major figure in Indian English poetry. Known for his urban themes and modern style.
* Arvind Krishna Mehrotra: Distinguished poet, translator, and scholar. Known for his work on Indian poetry and culture.
* Gieve Patel: Multifaceted poet, painter, and physician. Known for his strong imagery and exploration of urban life.
* Aditya Mangaldas: Known for his experimental and innovative poetry, blurring the lines between poetry and performance.
* Ranjit Hoskote: Acclaimed poet, art critic, and curator. Known for his works on urban landscapes and cultural identity.
Contemporary Indian Poets (Born after 1950):
* Keki N. Daruwalla: Known for his work exploring political themes, landscapes, and human emotions.
* R. K. Narayan: Novelist and short story writer. Also known for his poetry, which often reflects themes of everyday life and human relationships.
* Pritish Nandy: Known for his experimental and contemporary poetry, often addressing social issues.
* Amitav Ghosh: Renowned novelist, but also a prolific poet. His poetry often reflects on history, culture, and nature.
* Arundhati Roy: Award-winning novelist and political activist, also known for her powerful poetry.
* Vikram Seth: Highly celebrated poet and novelist. Known for his long, narrative poems and translations.
* Dilip Chitre: Poet, playwright, and translator. Known for his lyrical and evocative style, often exploring themes of the human condition.
* Shruti Joshi: Contemporary poet known for her experimental and personal style, exploring themes of gender, identity, and the human condition.
* Meena Alexander: Poet and essayist known for her work exploring themes of migration, exile, and identity.
This is just a small sampling of the vibrant and diverse Indian poetic landscape. The list could be expanded further to include poets writing in various regional languages. Keep in mind that this list is not exhaustive and many other talented poets deserve recognition.
You can find more information about these poets and other Indian poets by searching online resources, reading literary journals, and attending poetry readings and festivals.