Those beautiful expressions

He was having his dinner with his eyes fixed at the Television. He was as engrossed in the IPL matches between Mumbai Indians and Delhi Daredevils. He was as excited as any other youngster today. This was our Jagdish Da, still looking active enough though nearing 70 years.

The moment he saw me, he welcomed me with his characterstic style- 'Aao, aao. Tukdon mein Kahani. Prem Kahani.' After a pause, he pointed his finger towards the book on the shelf- 'Dekho maine tumhari pustak samne hi rakhi hai taaki aram se padh sakoon.' His memory seemed to be as sharp as before.

I remembered his way of boosting the students- 'aao, main tumhari peeth thok doon.' He then used to pat the back of students literally. I was expecting somewhat similar this time as well. What follwed was not pat on the back literally, but nothing less than that.

I asked for his feedback on my book and stated that all my batchmates are anxious to know his reaction. The reaction was more than what I expected. (Another journalist, Hari Mohan Sharma who also reviews book said to me that the book is good enough for him to review and so he handed the book to the Vice-Chancellor of Mithila Univeristy for the same. Though this is the best compliment yet, but I hold the reaction of Jagdish Da more dear to me for whatever reason.) He uttered- 'Main maun hoon.' After a brief pause, he said- 'Now-a-days, the type of literature we are getting is utter trash. They do not have any substance is them. In fact, if one does not know how to write, one should not attempt writing.' He further said- 'Tumne bahut hi saras aur badhiya bhasha ka prayog kiya hai. Tumhari rachna wakai bahut hi achchhi hai. Main doosron ke samne jyada prashansa nahi karoonga, kyonki tum mere vidhyarthi rahe ho. Par tumhari pustak aaj ke kai sahityakaron ki rachnaon se behtar hai.'

The topic then shifted to national security and he was pained at the situation in the country. He expressed his dismay at innocent being killed throughout the country.

Later, when I sought his permission, he said-' likhte raho.' Finally, I was on my way home and he was once again glued to the IPL match.

Arpita

Arpita is pregnant and is alone now. She was working but is on maternity leave since last few days. She remembers how her husband deserts her to fend for herself in this world. Even her family members and in-laws are not forthcoming as theirs was a love marriage against the wishes of their parents. Read the emotions of the lonely lady in 'Tukdon mein Prem Kahani'. To buy the book, contact the publisher or email the writer at lekhakmitra@gmail.com.

Archana

Archana is going to leave us as a colleague. The whole past zooms in front of us. Why I am so sorry when she is leaving me for a noble cause. Whatever be it, the last few moments with her has become moments to cherish forever. To know about the moments, please read 'tukdon mein prem kahani' published by Samay Prakashan. To buy the book, contact the publisher or email the writer at lekhakmitra@gmail.com

Sandhya

Sandhya Ji and Tanmaya babu meets at the fag end of their life in the park. They remembers the youthful days of their love. They try to remain in touch and visit the park again and again. How long could they do it? Isn't there any objection from their families? To know, read on 'Tukdon mein prem-kahani' published by samayprakashan. To buy the book, contact the publisher or email the writer at lekhakmitra@gmail.com

Bhagya

Bhagya and Amitesh are considered to be like brother and sister in the locality. Or are really they? The secret is out when Aman saw them in position only lovers and beloved can happen to be. Amrit spreads the news with his sms drive. So, aren't Bhagya and Amitesh really guilty? Or are they? Read out Bhagya's version all by yourself in 'Tukdon mein prem-kahani' published by Samay Prakashan, New Delhi. The deails can be had on samayprakashan.com. To buy the book, contact the publisher or email the writer at lekhakmitra@gmail.com.

SAPNA

It is the story of love at first sight. The hero and the heroine meet in the train for the first time and fall in love. How does it happen? But, the heroine has her own terms and conditions and has self-respect for entering into the relationship. Though she responds to the heartly feelings of the hero, she keeps her identity intact from dilution. To know more, read book 'TUKDON MEIN PREM KAHANI' published by SAMAY PRAKASHAN. The details are available at samayprakashan.com.To buy the book, contact the publisher or email the writer at lekhakmitra@gmail.com

Sagarika

The story of Sagarika is the narattion of dilemma that a person sometimes faces in his life. The main protagonist enters the life of Sagarika and treats her as a cute little baby? Or is it? He wants to be with her, envies the other male companion of the lady. So, isn't it love? To find out, read SAGARIKA, the opening story of the book, 'TUKDON MEIN PREM KAHANI' published by Samay Prakshan, New Delhi. The book can be purchased on samayprakashan.com or visiting their offices or at bookstores or you can contact the writer at lekhakmitra@gmail.com.