Ek Daktarer Kumeru Smriti

Author: প্রদীপ মালহোত্রা (Pradeep Malhotra)

Genre: Atmajibani - Jibani - Smritikatha (Autobiography - Memoirs)

Cover: Hardcover

ISBN: 9789350406977

Pages: 236

Weight: 495 grams

Book Description:

• Ek Daktarer Kumeru Smriti is an evocative memoir written by Dr. Pradeep Malhotra, recounting his extraordinary experience as part of the 22nd Indian expedition to the mysterious and extreme continent of Antarctica, specifically the Kumeru region.
• Kumeru, known for being the coldest, highest, driest, most desolate, and with the fastest winds, captivated the author’s imagination as he undertook the mission.
• The book is a blend of fascinating true events and vivid storytelling, narrating Dr. Malhotra's firsthand experiences in the rugged terrain of Kumeru.
• From the unparalleled beauty of the region to the emotional and physical challenges faced during the journey, the author conveys the profound impact Kumeru left on him—its beauty, pain, vulnerability, and depth.
• Written in the form of a narrative, this book serves as an indelible impression for sensitive readers, capturing the essence of an unforgettable journey.

About the Author:

• Pradeep Malhotra was born on May 8, 1952, and educated at Shantiniketan’s Pathbhavan and Kolkata Medical College. He graduated in medicine and pursued postgraduate studies.
• In 1980, he joined the Indian Government's Central Health Services and later became a part of significant Antarctic expeditions.
• Between 2003 and 2004, Dr. Malhotra served as a doctor in the Indian Antarctic Mission, stationed at Maitri Station. He led a life-saving appendectomy surgery during his stay in Antarctica in 2003.
• In 2008-2009, he served as the leader of the Indian Scientific Expedition to Antarctica and, in December 2010, became a member of the first Indian scientific team to visit the South Pole.
• After retiring in May 2012, he served as an advisor to the Health & Family Welfare Department of the West Bengal Government.
• Dr. Malhotra is also passionate about motorsports, having served as the Chief Medical Officer of the Bengal Motorsports Club since 1998, providing medical services during car rallies.