In this episode of Gazali, we chat with Alka Saraogi, an Indian novelistand short story writer in Hindi, about her works in Fiction. Hernovel explores themes of migration, identity, and displacement. HerNovel ‘Kulbhushan Ka Nam Darj Kijiye’ (2020)follows KulbhushanJain, a refugee from East Pakistan (now Bangladesh), as he navigateslife in India. The story delves into the emotional and psychologicalstruggles of being caught between two cultures and nations, blendingpersonal and historical narratives. Praised for its sensitiveportrayal of love, familial relationships, and societal divisions,the novel won the Hindi Book of the Year award at the ‘KalingaLiterary Festival 2020-21.’ Alka Saraogi has also received theSahitya Akademi Award for her debut novel ‘Kalikatha: Via Bypass.’A powerful storyteller and distinguished novelist, Alka Saraogicontinues to captivate readers with her profound insights andcompelling narratives.
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