Archive · 7 Dec 2025
Book Launch: Mumbai's Transformation Discussed
Sidharth Bhatia, the founder-editor of The Wire, and Naresh Fernandes, the editor of Scroll, came together to launch Bhatia's new book, 'Mumbai: A Million Islands'.
The event took place at The Asiatic Society of Mumbai's Durbar Hall and was attended by a large crowd.
The book discusses the rapid transformation of Mumbai, exploring both the positive and negative aspects of the city's development.
Bhatia shared his observations about the city's changing landscape, including the displacement of people and the loss of historical and cultural elements.
The discussion highlighted the city's metamorphosis and the human cost of its rapid changes.
The book is described as a tender love letter to a disappearing city, offering insights into Mumbai's past, present, and future.
Sidharth Bhatia and Naresh Fernandes launched the book 'Mumbai: A Million Islands' at The Asiatic Society of Mumbai's Durbar Hall.
The event drew a large crowd, with no empty seats or standing room available.
The book explores the rapid transformation of Mumbai, highlighting both positive developments and the human cost.
Bhatia discussed the displacement of people and the loss of historical and cultural elements in the city.
The discussion emphasized the city's metamorphosis and the impact on its residents.
- Who
- Sidharth Bhatia and Naresh Fernandes
- What
- Book launch and discussion about Mumbai's transformation
- When
- Around 6 pm (exact date not specified)
- Where
- The Asiatic Society of Mumbai's Durbar Hall
- Why
- To unveil and discuss Sidharth Bhatia's book 'Mumbai: A Million Islands'
- Book Title
- Mumbai: A Million Islands
- Authors
- Sidharth Bhatia, Naresh Fernandes
- Publisher
- HarperCollins India
- Event Location
- The Asiatic Society of Mumbai's Durbar Hall
- Event Date
- Not specified
- Event Time
- Around 6 pm
- Book Description
- A tender love letter to a disappearing city, written with the intimacy of someone who wants its stories told