This Month’s Writer: Nirmal Verma (1929–2005)
Join us for a discussion of Nirmal Verma, one of the most influential writers of modern Hindi literature and a leading figure of the Nai Kahani (New Story) movement. His works beautifully explore themes of memory, loneliness, love, displacement, and the complexities of human relationships.
Featured Story
Parinde
Often regarded as a landmark of modern Hindi fiction, Parinde is a moving story about solitude, longing, memory, and the search for connection. Through its subtle narrative and rich symbolism, Nirmal Verma captures the emotional landscapes of characters who struggle with loss and belonging.
Date and Time
Sunday, November 29, 2026
12:00–1:00 PM Eastern Time (US)
10:30–11:30 PM India Standard Time (IST)
Discussion Leader
Dr. Kusum Knapczyk
Language
Hindi–Urdu
Reading
Read the story here:
https://www.hindwi.org/story/parinde-nirmal-verma-story
The story is available on Hindwi in both Devanagari and Roman script. Urdu readers and learners who are more comfortable reading Roman Urdu/Hindi are especially welcome to join the discussion.
Discussion Questions
- लतिका अपने अतीत से क्यों मुक्त नहीं हो पाती? क्या स्मृति उसके लिए सहारा है या बोझ?
- क्या आपको लगता है कि प्रत्येक पात्र अपने तरीके से विस्थापन का अनुभव कर रहा है?
- डॉक्टर मुकर्जी, ह्यूबर्ट और लतिका के जीवन में अधूरी इच्छाएँ और खोए हुए संबंध किस प्रकार दिखाई देते हैं?
- कहानी के अंत में आपको आशा अधिक दिखाई देती है या उदासी? अपने उत्तर के समर्थन में कहानी से उदाहरण दीजिए।
All students, readers, and lovers of Hindi-Urdu literature are warmly invited.
