Uttaramegha

Uttaramegha is a Sanskrit text composed by Kalidasa, a renowned Indian poet and playwright. It is the second part of a larger work known as the Meghaduta, or "Cloud Messenger." While Meghaduta tells the story of a Yaksha exiled from his lover and sending a message via a cloud, Uttaramegha focuses on the Yaksha's return to his beloved and their eventual reunion.

The poem describes the Yaksha's journey back to Alaka, the city of the gods, and his anticipation of seeing his lover again. It continues the lyrical and descriptive style of the first part, painting vivid pictures of the landscapes and emotions experienced by the Yaksha. The narrative is imbued with a sense of longing, hope, and eventual joy. Uttaramegha is celebrated for its poetic beauty, its exploration of love and separation, and its contribution to classical Indian literature. It is often studied alongside the Purvamegha to appreciate the complete narrative arc of the cloud messenger's tale.