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Born on 10.02.1948 in Srinagar, I came to Jammu in 1990 at the height of militancy and then to Mumbai in 1993. I am a civil engineer by profession. I have been working on Kashmiri language since 1995. We started Project Zaan in Mumbai in collaboration with Lalla Ded Educational & Welfare Trust and Kashmiri Pandits’ Association in 1998-99
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My Short Stories
In a Kashmiri Pandit household, Leelawati rules with an iron fist and a relentless ambition for status. Disappointed by her elder daughter-in-law, Phoola Ji, for not bringing a new car as a wedding gift, Leelawati subjects her to endless disapproval. But when her second son brings home a new bride, Dolly—modern, sharp, and independent — the family dynamics shift in surprising ways. As Dolly’s presence throws Leelawati's expectations and prejudices into question, she begins to see the truth of what really matters ... हवॉल्यह्यथ
When a wandering fakir whispers of a hidden treasure (खज़ानॖ) that promises untold wealth, a simple man’s life is thrown into a whirlwind of dreams and desires. Tempted by the promise of instant riches, he embarks on a journey to unearth the treasure—only to find himself entangled in a web of illusions and sacrifices he never anticipated. Will he return with wealth beyond imagination, or will his greed strip him of everything he holds dear? An interesting tale that explores the vice of human greed.
When a group of friends decide to gatecrash a wedding party, they are relieved to find that one of them knows the groom. And that they have been formally invited. The tale creates a brilliant imagery of a typical Kashmiri Pandit wedding party (खांदर साल). An interesting secret is revealed after the party that baffles everyone.
When a man is unexpectedly hauled off to hell by two relentless Yamdoots, he’s quick to protest, insisting he's meant for heaven—after all, he’s got a ticket to prove it! But as he argues his case, the so-called “evidence” seems shaky at best. Desperately, he tries every trick to convince them of his rightful place in paradise. Will his pleas earn him a second chance at the gates of heaven, or is he destined to remain in the fiery depths? ... स्वर्ग तॖ नरुक
Shameema, cherished only child of loving parents, grows up alongside her best friend Gauri, their bond unaffected by their different faiths and strengthened by the warmth between their families. But when Shameema marries, her life takes an unexpected turn—one hardship follows another, and she finds herself facing a painful divorce. Yet, just when all seems bleak, life surprises her in ways she never imagined. This heartfelt story follows Shameema’s journey through trials, heartbreak, and the hope that there’s always light on the other side of struggle.
A group of friends sets out for an adventure deep in the jungle, ready for thrills but not quite prepared for the night ahead. As darkness falls and they settle into their tent, they suddenly hear the unmistakable sounds of a lion prowling just outside. With only a rusty old rifle for defense, fear grips the group as they watch the lion drink from a nearby pond, each of them quietly reflecting on their lives and all they might have done differently. But just when things seem bleakest, an unexpected twist ensues...
Jeel Saeb, loves to dazzle everyone in the village with grand stories of his adventures in the city, bragging about everything from massive trains to shiny cars—some tales true, others wildly exaggerated. But when he takes a train to Delhi in search of work, his bravado takes a hit as he's robbed of all he has. Alone, humbled, and far from home, Jeel faces a tough lesson in humility and realizes the true worth of his simple village life.