MUMBAI AFTER AYODHYA

Book Details:

• Publisher: Mehta Publishing House

• Language: Translated from English to Marathi

• Edition: 1st Edition

• ISBN: 9789357203524

• Pages: 340

• Publishing Year: December 2023

• Category: Essays

• Translators: Varsha Velankar

• Cover: Paperback

About The Book:
Bombay After Ayodhya is a poignant chronicle of Mumbai's turbulent transformation over three decades, spanning from the demolition of the Babri Masjid in 1992 to the horrific 26/11 attacks in 2008. Jitendra Dixit, a seasoned journalist and lifelong Mumbai resident, takes readers on an emotional and historical journey through the city’s most turbulent period. He reflects on how communal strife, gang wars, terrorist attacks, and natural disasters have shaped the city's identity and altered its course forever.

Dixit delves deep into how the city, once a thriving mill-town, evolved into a sprawling metropolis marked by high-rise buildings and a booming real estate market. Yet, the rapid urbanization hasn't come without its costs. The same city that once embodied the spirit of Bollywood has now witnessed the shifting of film production outside its borders due to increasing production constraints.

In this deeply felt biography of a city, Dixit also highlights the sociocultural shifts, including the commercialization of once humble festivals like Ganesh Utsav and Govinda. What began as grassroots celebrations by the working class has transformed into a corporate spectacle, symbolizing the rise and fall of Mumbai’s socio-economic status.

This book also explores the changing political landscape of Mumbai, where riots, economic disparity, and violence have led to the formation of new power structures. Amidst all these shifts, the city has always retained its spirit, surviving even the most catastrophic events.

Bombay After Ayodhya is an insightful reflection on the socio-political history and the dynamic nature of Mumbai, capturing the essence of a city that has never stopped evolving, despite the odds.