Saiprakash’s poem is about a relentless search across extremes that ends in self-discovery: the sought “you” resided within, a reflection revealed exclusively for Different Truths.

I searched for You far and wide
On the highest peaks
The deepest abyss 
I searched in the Cosmos 
I even searched each constellation 
All the elements five
I enquired 
The scorching heat, walking through desert sands 
I endured
I even visited the Siberian vastness 
Facing the bone-biting chill 
I travelled through the Amazon forest
The Equatorial rain forests too
I left no stone unturned 
All my efforts in vain 
With a sense of dejection and despair 
I walked back to my hermitage 
As soon as I opened the door 
You are there with your enchanting smile 
My reflection in the mirror 
Instead of me 
I could see You
My question answered in detail
I will no longer ask You
Where are You?

Picture design by Anumita Roy

Saiprakash Kuntamukkala

Saiprakash Kantamukkala is an advocate and poet from Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh. He holds a triple graduate in Arts, Education, and Law, a Master’s degree in Corporate and Securities Law, and has written nearly 4000 poems in various genres. His poems have been translated into 40 languages and is a Guinness Book of World Records holder. He is also a motivational speaker, counsellor, and international panellist. He has authored five books.