Ashutosh Kumar Thakur

He writes regularly on society, literature, and the arts, reflecting on the shared histories and cultures of South Asia.

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‘Kachbachiya Birds’ - Painting by Rani Jha.

When the Earth speaks in colour and women remake Mithila

Ashutosh Kumar Thakur

3 hours ago

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Author Amitav Ghosh

‘Ghost-Eye’ suggests that the modern world’s crisis is not only environmental or political, but perceptual

Ashutosh Kumar Thakur

08 Mar 2026

5 min read

Vidyapati, a Maithili poet from the 14th century, intertwines ecological awareness with spiritual devotion, portraying rivers, trees, and winds as sacred entities. His poetry, rooted in local language, offers a universal message.

Vidyapati and the idea of ecological sacredness

Ashutosh Kumar Thakur

25 Oct 2025

5 min read

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