Archive · 24 Jun 2025
New Book on Kaikeyi Launched in Delhi, Challenging Old Views
A new book called "Kaikeyi" was recently launched.
It's about a character from an old Indian story called the Ramayana.
The book looks at Kaikeyi, who is often seen as a bad person in the story, and presents a different view, suggesting she was more complex than previously thought.
The book's author, Vikas Kapoor, did a lot of research to write it.
The launch event was a big deal, with important people speaking.
The book is now available to read online.
A book titled "Kaikeyi" was launched in New Delhi.
The book challenges the traditional portrayal of Kaikeyi in the Ramayana.
The launch event was attended by prominent figures including the Governor of Bihar.
The author, Vikas Kapoor, spent over two decades researching the subject.
The book is available on major online platforms.
- Who
- Vikas Kapoor (author), His Excellency Janab Arif Mohammad Khan (Governor of Bihar), Dr. Subhash Chandra, and Mr. Tarun Rathi.
- What
- Launch of the book "Kaikeyi".
- When
- June 24th.
- Where
- The Claridges, New Delhi.
- Why
- To present a new perspective on the character Kaikeyi in the Ramayana.
Traditional View
New Perspective
Character Interpretation
Traditional View
Kaikeyi is a negative character driven by negative emotions.
New Perspective
Kaikeyi is a strategic, sacrificial, and spiritually driven character.
- Book Title
- "Kaikeyi: Shri Ram Vanvaas -Keval Chaudah Varsh Kyon?"
- Author
- Vikas Kapoor
- Launch Location
- The Claridges, New Delhi
- Key Attendees
- His Excellency Janab Arif Mohammad Khan, Dr. Subhash Chandra, Mr. Tarun Rathi
- Book's Focus
- Reappraisal of Kaikeyi in the Ramayana
- Availability
- Amazon, Flipkart, and other online platforms