MONTHLY MUSINGS
“At the stroke of the midnight hour, when the world sleeps, India will awake to life and freedom” - Pandit Jawahar Lal Nehru
It has been 75 years since these historical words were spoken from the ramparts of the Red Fort, the symbol of Delhi’s undying power. The struggle for freedom and its many movements gave birth to numerous silver screen adaptations that memorialised the journey of the country to becoming a sovereign, socialist, secular, democratic, republic.
Oscar-winning Director Satyajit Ray immortalised the Swadeshi Movement in his iconic movie ‘Ghore Baire’ (The Home and Beyond). Based on the writings of Rabindranath Tagore, this regional language movie takes us through the dilemmas and subtleties of the movement that took India by storm. Where a swashbuckling nationalist and a pragmatic socialist represent the two sides of the coin and make one think about the pros and cons of such events.
There is a whole library of movies and books that one can see and read to learn more about India’s freedom struggle. Here are some recommendations that deal with the struggle that was and that is.
- Gandhi by Richard Attenborough (1982)
- Mother India by Mehboob Khan (1957)
- The Legend of Bhagat Singh by Raj Kumar Santoshi (2002)
- Shatranj ke Khiladi by Satyajit Ray (1977)
- Train to Pakistan by Pamela Rooks (1998) (Based on Kushwant Singh’s book)
Happy watching!
WHAT’S NEW
This issue’s What’s New section features 4 up and coming properties in Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh and West Bengal.
- The Bori Safari Lodge, Madhya Pradesh
- The Postcard Gir Wildlife Sanctuary, Gujarat
- Radisson Blu, Dharamshala
- Taj Chia Kutir, Darjeeling
KNOWLEDGE WITHOUT BORDERS
In conversation with H.E. Dinesh K Patnaik on Cross Cultural Trends
Get a glimpse of the stimulating conversation with H.E. Ambassador Mr. Dinesh K. Patnaik (IFS: 1990), Director General - Indian Council for Cultural Relations, as he talks about the Cross-Cultural Currents of India.
Duration : 220 seconds
Drop us a line if you want to hear more about the conversation around India and her culture.
SUSTAINABILITY & US
In conversation with K Rupesh Kumar
Hear what K.Rupesh Kumar - Coordinator for State Responsible Tourism Mission, Kerala, has to say about the measures taken by the state government for making tourism a responsible affair.
Duration : 149 seconds
To know more about the endeavours of the Responsible Tourism mission, Kerala reach out to us.
EXPLORE
Through the eyes of a local
Our very own Poorva Siriah talks about architectural marvels located 40 kms from the city of Gwalior. Her home town, Gwalior, is a perfect overnight stop between Agra and Khajuraho and is known for its imposing hilltop fort which she has had the good fortune of residing within.
Her focus, however, are the temples of Mitawali, Padavali and Bateshwar which is a 40-kilometre drive from Gwalior. Lesser known and lesser travelled to, she tells us why these architectural gems are worth your time and deserve an extra night in your itinerary.
Duration: 118 seconds
PHOTO LIBRARY
Sri Lanka
This island country offers the hedonistic pleasures of sandy beaches, azure blue seas, lush tropical vegetation and friendly people. Explore through these pictures the beautiful resplendent teardrop shaped island of Sri Lanka.
