Since Nov 7, 2025, commuter poets have been submitting poems inspired by Singapore’s MRT stations. Part of the

Poems On The MRT initiative

For reasons unexplained, Tampines MRT station has been the most popular station among submissions so far, with 11 poems, to Dhoby Ghaut, Kembangan and Sengkang’s 10 each.

Breathing down these leaders’ necks with nine are Yishun, Bishan, City Hall, Pasir Ris and Punggol stations. This is still very much a live race.

According to producers of the campaign, Sing Lit Station, 365 entries have been received to date – to be judged by the discerning eyes of poet judges Aaron Maniam, Alfian Sa’at and Zhang Ruihe, who will pick the winning entries for the adult, secondary and primary school categories.

There will also be a popular vote prize to recognise fan favourites.

Take a cue from 17-year-old Eric N., whose On Placeholders might offer an avenue for catharsis during the next train breakdown: “Dear Viewers,/ Sorry for the/ inconvenience caused......” Submit at

https://poemsonthemrt.com

When: Till Feb 8 Info:

poemsonthemrt.com