Archive · 28 Jun 2025
Basti & Durbar Anthology Captures Stories of Delhi and Its People
Imagine a book about a city called Delhi!
This book, called 'Basti & Durbar,' is like a collection of short stories.
They're written by different people, some who live there and some who have left.
These stories talk about different parts of Delhi, from fancy places to the older, more humble areas.
You'll read about people coming to the city, people who miss it, and people trying to survive.
The stories are in different languages and show how the city has changed over time, just like a history book but with more exciting stories.
Anthology 'Basti & Durbar' presents a collection of stories about Delhi and its people.
Edited by Rakhshanda Jalil, the book features stories in multiple languages.
The anthology captures Delhi's spirit across different eras and social strata.
Migration, both to and from Delhi, is a recurring theme throughout the stories.
The collection showcases the city's diversity, including both affluent and marginalized communities.
- Who
- Edited by Rakhshanda Jalil; features stories from multiple authors.
- What
- A collection of short stories about Delhi and its people.
- When
- Spanning various eras, from the late 19th century to the present and future.
- Where
- Delhi and New Delhi.
- Why
- To provide a comprehensive view of Delhi's spirit and inhabitants through diverse perspectives.
Affluent vs. Marginalized
Diversity of Delhi
Social Classes
Affluent vs. Marginalized
Stories highlight the experiences of those living in affluent areas, offering a glimpse into their lives.
Diversity of Delhi
Stories focus on the struggles and conditions of economic migrants and those living in less privileged parts of the city.
- Title
- Basti & Durbar: Delhi-New Delhi
- Editor
- Rakhshanda Jalil
- Publisher
- Speaking Tiger Books
- Language
- Stories in English, Hindi, Urdu, Punjabi, and Malayalam
- Setting
- Delhi/New Delhi