In a world where logic and imagination often travel separate paths, Chief Engineer Praveen Kumar Tyagi has mastered the rare art of navigating both. A distinguished engineer of the Merchant Navy and a poet whose words resonate across continents, Tyagi embodies the harmony of intellect and emotion. He is a man who commands the vast oceans by day and explores the depths of human experience through literature by night.
From Kashmir’s Valleys to the World’s Oceans
Born in the serene Teetwal Valley of Kupwara district, Kashmir, Tyagi grew up surrounded by majestic mountains and flowing rivers. These early landscapes instilled in him resilience, patience, and a quiet curiosity — qualities that would shape his professional and creative journey.
After completing his early education in the valley, Tyagi pursued higher studies in Dehradun, eventually earning a Mechanical Engineering degree from Nagpur University. His passion for exploration and mastery of machinery led him to the Merchant Navy, where he rose to the rank of Chief Engineer, steering vessels across global waters with precision, integrity, and leadership.
Yet beyond the roar of engines and the discipline of nautical life, Tyagi’s heart beat to a different rhythm — the rhythm of poetry and storytelling.
The Poet of the Waves
Even in the solitude of the sea, Tyagi found companionship in words. His Urdu poetry collection, Aahista Qadam Rakhna, captures the tender landscapes of human emotion. Each poem reflects longing, love, and introspection — a mirror to both his own experiences and universal truths.
His writing is subtle yet profound, carrying the soft cadence of reflection and the quiet strength of lived wisdom. For readers, his poetry becomes a vessel to navigate their own emotions, much like he navigates the oceans.
The Novelist Who Explores Humanity
Tyagi’s literary vision extends far beyond poetry. His novels combine philosophical depth with narrative elegance, inviting readers to traverse landscapes of emotion, culture, and consciousness.
📚 Novels by Chief Engineer Praveen Kumar Tyagi (Available on Amazon):
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Each novel reflects a different facet of human life:
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Between the Storms captures resilience amidst adversity,
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Beyond the Ocean explores journeys of self-discovery,
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Neeli Aankhon Ka Samandar dives into emotional depth,
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The Other Side of Tibet delves into spiritual exploration, and
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Darchula Ki Beti celebrates courage, heritage, and womanhood.
The Man Beyond the Titles
Despite accolades in both engineering and literature, Tyagi remains humble and grounded. He is a thinker, a guide, and a reflective soul — someone who believes that every journey begins within, whether it is across oceans or through the corridors of the heart.
“The sea taught me patience,
The pen taught me purpose,
Together, they taught me life.”
— Chief Engineer Praveen Kumar Tyagi
A Life of Balance and Inspiration
Today, Tyagi continues to navigate the intersection of engineering and literature, inspiring many to embrace both logic and creativity. His story is a testament to the power of passion, perseverance, and imagination. From the mountains of Kashmir to the vast expanse of the oceans, from Urdu poetry to English novels, he demonstrates that life’s true voyage is one of exploration — outward and inward.
Chief Engineer Praveen Kumar Tyagi is not just an engineer or a poet — he is a voyager of life, proving that mastery of the world is incomplete without mastery of the self.
