Bedia Tribe Madhya pradesh

 Bednia often referred as Bedia , a Schedule Tribe in India,  inhabits Madhya Pradesh and Bihar. They are known to be skilled in the folk arts of dance and music, rural acrobatics and black magic. It is believed that to a member of the warrior caste, robbery or prostitution is preferable to manual labour. During the British colonial rule, this nomadic tribe was branded  as  Bad man  (known as  bedias in Hindi meaning wolfs) which later deteriorated and came to known as Bednia .  These people are notorious for their tradition of introducing girls into prostitution.Marriage generally is not allowed for Bedia girls, especially within their community, although community marriages do occur sparingly. But once these marriages take place within their own community, Bedia girls are not permitted to dance or resort to prostitution.

I waited for four months since I watched a documentary on a nomadic tribe in India who encourage their girls to prostitution and the boys therefore are pre-destined to become pimps. Driven by strong urge to visit to understand them and work for  betterment of this community took me to Madhya Pradesh last week . A different world which most of us cant imagine lies in out skirts of Bhopal , approximately 225 kms away from the city . There are about 51 such communities which inhabit Madhya Pradesh and live a non existent life. I travelled village to village and the bond I developed with them has given me one more aim to achieve, though an uphill task but I strongly believe " Where there is a will there's a way " And I am sure to find a way for upliftment of this tribe and the work has already begun.

In my next post I will be sharing the facts that I learnt from the ground zero and the perception people have about them from little they have learnt about Bedias on television channels or read about them . They live with a  painful past with some hope in the present  and  a bright future that I promised to them , which I hope I will be able to live up to with the determination I have. I make a strong appeal to everyone to support me in this great mission  

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Photo credits A.M.Faruqui. 

A must watch film JAL

After a long time a film that takes away the credit of a perfect combination of art and entertainment. The film, which had its world premiere at the Busan International Film Festival last month, stars Purab Kohli, Tannishtha Chatterjee and Kirti Kulhari in lead roles.

                                          https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pNNEXQ-YcV8

JAL is a high-octane, action- drama with a shocking climax. Shot on an epic scale, the film is a visual treat and has managed to capture ‘Rann Of Kutch’ like never before prompting even ‘The Hollywood Reporter’ to applaud Jal as “A breathtakingly photographed tragedy of Shakespearean proportions.



JAL is the story of the handsome and willful water diviner, BAKKA who is gifted with a special ability to find water in the desert. With the backdrop of water scarcity, the film tells a complex and intriguing story of love, relationships, enmity, deceit and circumstances that bring about the dark side of human character. Jal was the only Indian film to be among the selected 12 films in competition at the Busan International Film Festival. It received a great response from the International media as well as the audience at the festival. and was allotted 5 screenings at the festival and all the shows were sold out.



After Busan, Jal was selected in the Indian Panorama section at IFFI, Goa alongside such celebrated films as Bhaag Milkha Bhaag and Paan Singh Tomar. At IFFI also it received an overwhelming audience response, strengthening the belief that this is a film that caters to both the intelligentsia and the masses.A worth watching filme indeed .




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The Heritage Suite

As mentioned in Noor Us Sabah Palace Bhopal# ,  my previous post  The WelcomHeritage# , not only had oozing beauty that one could not take eyes off but the interiors of the The Heritage Suite were equally impressive and done up keeping in view the regal times . .The colour scheme  ( though not commonly used by Nawabs# ) was so effectively that I ignored the dominant colour mauve that otherwise could have been an eyesore for me ! The blend of mauve , lavender with subtle beige with intricate wood work in deep wall nut and natural colur made it  appear not only stunning but also reminds one of the gracious living and traditions of Bhopal# .The palace is a perfect setting for a sublime stay . Few pictures of The Heritage  Suite# leading to a balcony overlooking lush green gardens and serene beauty of the Bhopal lake ...

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Noor Us Sabah Palace Bhopal

When I was told that I am booked in Noor-Us-Sabah Palace# one of the best hotels in Bhopal   I wasn't too sure about the property but my opinion changed after I stepped in the hotel. A Welcom Heritage Hotel  atop a small hill , overlooking the tranquil beauty of Bhopal lake# turned out to be one of the best experience for me .The name "Noor Us Sabha meaning "The Light Of Dawn "built in 1920's by By HH Hamid Ullah Khan for his daughter Abida Sultan , a a white palatial building reflects the regal times and grandeur of a bygone era. The Central Cascade courtyard brings back the memories of a charming Nawab Evening . Few pictures of the elegance of past -#noorussabhapalace #bhopal

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Mission Muzaffarnagar 2013

My trip to Shamli Relief Camp UP . captured on camera

My first hand experience with riot victims last week .I must say what relief it is to share others pain but a pain to watch others do politics over it....

  

Has UP Govt done enough for the riot victims that took place on 27 August 2013. in Muzaffarnagar and adjoining areas in which several people were killed and thousands displaced ,a blot on the state government and a major administrative failure of Akhilesh led SP government. The condition of victims who months after continue to live in relief camps was displayed by the media ,who day after day gave coverage on displaced people living in relief camps facing adversities without proper clothing , food ,water and other basic amenities . to make the mater worse children dying in cold without medical aid kept shaking my conscience for not being able to do something for them on humanitarian grounds until I decided to visit them and help them in my own capacity. I am grateful to my all those friends and business contacts who contributed generously for these people and made my visit more meaningful .

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तुम

Once again few lines in hindi 

मेरे जीवन की हर कड़ी हो तुम 

मेरे मुस्कुराने की वजह भी तुम

मेरी तकदीर में लिखे संगीतकार होने की वजेह

हो तुम

कैसे कहूँ मेरी ज़ुबान हो तुम

मेरे गीत  भी तुम

मेरे संगीत की जान हो तुम

आ रंग दे मुझे

इस से पहले गुमशुदा हों हम

खो जाय मेरा वजूद 

मिट जाए मेरा नामो निशान

हवा में हो जाए गुम

सुन ले मेरे कदमो की आहट

मेरी पायल की रुन झुन

वक़्त की रफ़्तार के आगे किस का चला है दम

फिसल जाता है हाथ की उंगलिओन से जैसे
बारिश की बूंदे
मगर एहसास होता है सन्नाटे की आवाज़ से 
जब सुनाई नहीं देती रिम झिम

ले चल ऐसी जगह जहाँ मेरे सिवा बस हो तुम

मेरे दिल का नगमा  सुन सको 

और कुछ ना सुन सको  तुम

फिर से कहा जो तुमने

किसी और की आहट से परेशान हो तुम

चल दू गी मैं मुस्कुरा करबस इतना  कह कर

मेरे मुक़ुद्दर में नही हो शायद तुम

मगर बन जाओ गे ना सिर्फ़

काग़ज़ के कोरे पन्ने होने की वजह बस   तुम 

मेरे बेज़ुबान होने की वजह  भी  तुम 

Kumar Vishwas Before And After

According to his official website Kumar Vishwas the AAP (AAM ADMI PARTY) leader
is an Indian Youth Icon, who carries several aspects in his personality. As a celebrated Hindi poet, he is well known across the world. He is credited with reviving Hindi poetry among young generation.

I can not discredit Kumar Vishwas of being a good poet  or undermine his capability of being a shrewed politician  but after hearing him debate  and watch the  increasing arrogance on display through  his body language I refuse to accept him as Youth Icon. Kumar Vishwas has constantly been on my target for the arrogance and the filthy language he uses without hesitation yet with over confidence that he seems to think the entire nation loves him and only him and he is The Best . I have  closely watched this young man's image grow from a  simpleton  to larger than life and have not only observed ,a drastic change in his way of conducting himself from good to bad  of course but also the dramatic change in his dressing  style , which is getting better and better day by day ever since he came into politics. The fact that I can not deny , from a boy next door to a totally transformed  Kumar Vishwas who of late is seen only in designer outfits  for every occasions , surely seems  in race with The Fashion Icon  in the country , Well that's not the point I was trying to make to make through this post  but draw every one's attention on his latest wardrobe. If we look at his before and after pics they have a story to tell for me its from rags to riches or could be foreign funding effect ...

Before                                                             After

Before                                                         After

Before                                                            After

Before                                                            After

                                                      

Before                                                              After    

  Before                                                              After    

  Before                                                              After    

Few lines I would like to dedicate to him in his language ,  in his honor 

Watch me I am a new Kumar Vishwas

Why do you look so dazed

I am in race with fashion Icon 

If you have a problem get lost 

I am here to bring about much needed change

From dull ordinary face to branded shades

 Don;t mention my sloppy T shirts but talk about my crisp jackets

That can set you ablaze

                                 I am done with  pujari ji's scarves I only adorn Burberry 
                                                  And other designer's .range !

Disclaimer - The post is not meant to hurt any one's emotions or is politically motivated but is purely based on my personal views and opinion . 

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