Category: Satire

Dr. Suresh Kumar Mishra ‘Uratript’

Dr. Suresh Kumar Mishra, widely known in the world of satire by his pen name ‘Uratipt’, expresses his emotions and thoughts with profound honesty and depth. His multifaceted talent is evident in his contributions across various literary genres. He is not only a renowned satirist but also a poet and a children’s author.

His satirical writings have earned him a special place in the literary world. His satire, ‘Shikshak Ki Mout’, went massively viral on the Sahitya Aajtak channel, garnering over a million views and reads—a monumental achievement in the history of Hindi satire. His collection of satires, ‘Ek Tinka Ikyavan Aankhen’ (A Straw and Fifty-One Eyes), is also highly acclaimed and includes his timeless work, ‘Kitabon Ki Antim Yatra’ (The Last Journey of Books). Other celebrated collections include ‘Mayaan Ek, Talwar Anek’ (One Sheath, Many Swords), ‘Gapodi Adda’ (The Gossiper’s Den), and ‘Sab Rang Mein Mere Rang’ (My Colors in Every Hue). His satirical novel, ‘Idhar-Udhar Ke Beech Mein’ (In Between Here and There), is a unique and groundbreaking work focused on the third world.

His significant contributions to literature have been widely recognized. He was honored with the Best Young Creator Award, 2021 by the Telangana Hindi Academy and the Government of Telangana, an award presented by Chief Minister K. Chandrasekhar Rao. The Rajasthan Children’s Literature Academy also honored him for his children’s book, ‘Nanhon Ka Srijan Aasmaan’ (The Creative Sky of Little Ones). Additionally, he has received the Vyanga Yatra Ravindranath Tyagi Sopaan Samman and the Sahitya Srijan Samman from Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Dr. Uratript has also played a pivotal role in writing, editing, and coordinating a total of 55 books for the Government of Telangana for primary school, college, and university levels. His work is included in university textbooks in Bihar, Chhattisgarh, and Telangana, where his satirical creations are part of the curriculum. This recognition underscores that young readers can identify and appreciate quality and impactful writing.

Key Accolades and Works

• Viral Satire: ‘Teacher’s Death’ (over 1 million views)
• Satire Collections: ‘Ek Tinka Ikyavan Aankhen’, ‘Mayaan Ek, Talwar Anek’, ‘Gapodi Adda’
• Unique Satirical Novel: ‘Idhar-Udar Ke Beech Mein’
• Awards: Shreshtha Navyuva Samman (Telangana), Sahitya Srijan Samman (PM Modi), and more.
• Educational Contribution: Authored and edited 55 books for the Telangana government.

Some precious moments of life

1. Honoured with ‘Shrestha Navayuvva Rachnakar Samman’ by former Chief Minister of Telangana Government, Shri K. Chandrasekhar Rao.
2. Honoured with Oscar, Grammy, Jnanpith, Sahitya Akademi, Dadasaheb Phalke, Padma Bhushan and many other awards by the most revered Gulzar sahab (Sampurn Singh Kalra), the lighthouse of the world of literature and cinema, during the Sahitya Suman Samman held in Mumbai.
3. Meeting the famous litterateur Shri Vinod Kumar Shukla Ji, honoured with Jnanpith Award.
4. Got the privilege of meeting Mr. Perfectionist of Bollywood, actor Aamir Khan.
5. Meeting the powerful actor Vicky Kaushal on the occasion of being honoured by Vishva Katha Rangmanch.

Today we present his satire The Weight of the Invitation Card.  

☆ Witful Warmth# 106 ☆

☆ Satire ☆ The Weight of the Invitation Card… ☆ Dr. Suresh Kumar Mishra ‘Uratript’ ☆

Dubey Ji believed that the world was divided into two types of people: those who attend weddings simply to eat, and those who measure the size of the paneer cubes after eating to estimate the total wedding budget. Dubey Ji was the undisputed king of the second category. For him, every wedding invitation that arrived in the neighborhood wasn’t just a polite gesture—it was a financial challenge.

This time, a surprisingly heavy red and gold envelope landed in his hands. It was the invitation card for the wedding of the son of Seth Dhaniram, the wealthiest merchant in the locality. The envelope was so heavy that Dubey Ji weighed it in his palm and turned to his wife, “Listen, this card weighs at least half a kilo. There must be a box of cashews or dry fruits hidden inside!”

His wife took a sip of her tea and replied coolly, “Don’t get your hopes too high. Nowadays, people put on a grand show on the outside, but inside, it’s just a single sheet of paper.”

However, Dubey Ji’s heart refused to accept that. He began breaking the golden seal on the envelope with the meticulous precision of an archaeologist opening an ancient treasure chest. As the envelope opened, a gorgeous box wrapped in silk cloth slid out. Dubey Ji’s eyes lit up. He lifted the lid of the box, only to find a large slab of carved stone resting inside, with the wedding date and invitation message engraved upon it in shimmering gold letters.

Dubey Ji’s jaw dropped. “A stone? A stone instead of a paper card?” he almost yelled.

For the next three days, the stone invitation was the talk of the entire neighborhood. Some called it Seth Ji’s royal grandeur, while others dubbed it a absurd waste of money. But Dubey Ji’s ego was deeply bruised. He was caught in a massive moral dilemma: how much money should he put in the shagun envelope in return for a stone? Giving fifty rupees would be an insult to the stone, but giving five hundred would be an absolute massacre of his monthly budget.

On the night of the wedding, Dubey Ji arrived all dressed up. He walked straight to the gift counter where Seth Ji himself was greeting the guests. With great dramatic flair, Dubey Ji pulled out his shagun envelope and handed it to Seth Ji.

Seth Ji took the envelope, but feeling its limp lightness, he smiled knowingly and quipped, “Dubey Ji, our card was heavy, but your envelope feels light enough to float away in the breeze!”

Dubey Ji paused for a moment, twirled his mustache proudly, and replied, “Seth Ji, the stone you sent was not merely a card; it was a profound lesson for neighbors like us. By carving the date on stone, you reminded us that relationships are set in stone. That is why this envelope contains no cash, but rather the No Objection Certificate (NOC) in your name for that ancestral plot of land over which we’ve been fighting a court case for three years. From today, that land is yours!”

Tears welled up in Seth Ji’s eyes. He pulled Dubey Ji into a warm embrace. All the guests and relatives present broke into loud, appreciative applause at this extraordinary wedding gift. Dubey Ji smiled, picked up a plate, and headed straight for the most expensive food counter, thinking to himself that this deal was far cheaper than paying endless court fees!

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© Dr. Suresh Kumar Mishra ‘Uratript’

Contact : Mo. +91 73 8657 8657, Email : drskm786@gmail.com

Dr. Suresh Kumar Mishra ‘Uratript’

Dr. Suresh Kumar Mishra, widely known in the world of satire by his pen name ‘Uratipt’, expresses his emotions and thoughts with profound honesty and depth. His multifaceted talent is evident in his contributions across various literary genres. He is not only a renowned satirist but also a poet and a children’s author.

His satirical writings have earned him a special place in the literary world. His satire, ‘Shikshak Ki Mout’, went massively viral on the Sahitya Aajtak channel, garnering over a million views and reads—a monumental achievement in the history of Hindi satire. His collection of satires, ‘Ek Tinka Ikyavan Aankhen’ (A Straw and Fifty-One Eyes), is also highly acclaimed and includes his timeless work, ‘Kitabon Ki Antim Yatra’ (The Last Journey of Books). Other celebrated collections include ‘Mayaan Ek, Talwar Anek’ (One Sheath, Many Swords), ‘Gapodi Adda’ (The Gossiper’s Den), and ‘Sab Rang Mein Mere Rang’ (My Colors in Every Hue). His satirical novel, ‘Idhar-Udhar Ke Beech Mein’ (In Between Here and There), is a unique and groundbreaking work focused on the third world.

His significant contributions to literature have been widely recognized. He was honored with the Best Young Creator Award, 2021 by the Telangana Hindi Academy and the Government of Telangana, an award presented by Chief Minister K. Chandrasekhar Rao. The Rajasthan Children’s Literature Academy also honored him for his children’s book, ‘Nanhon Ka Srijan Aasmaan’ (The Creative Sky of Little Ones). Additionally, he has received the Vyanga Yatra Ravindranath Tyagi Sopaan Samman and the Sahitya Srijan Samman from Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Dr. Uratript has also played a pivotal role in writing, editing, and coordinating a total of 55 books for the Government of Telangana for primary school, college, and university levels. His work is included in university textbooks in Bihar, Chhattisgarh, and Telangana, where his satirical creations are part of the curriculum. This recognition underscores that young readers can identify and appreciate quality and impactful writing.

Key Accolades and Works

• Viral Satire: ‘Teacher’s Death’ (over 1 million views)
• Satire Collections: ‘Ek Tinka Ikyavan Aankhen’, ‘Mayaan Ek, Talwar Anek’, ‘Gapodi Adda’
• Unique Satirical Novel: ‘Idhar-Udar Ke Beech Mein’
• Awards: Shreshtha Navyuva Samman (Telangana), Sahitya Srijan Samman (PM Modi), and more.
• Educational Contribution: Authored and edited 55 books for the Telangana government.

Some precious moments of life

1. Honoured with ‘Shrestha Navayuvva Rachnakar Samman’ by former Chief Minister of Telangana Government, Shri K. Chandrasekhar Rao.
2. Honoured with Oscar, Grammy, Jnanpith, Sahitya Akademi, Dadasaheb Phalke, Padma Bhushan and many other awards by the most revered Gulzar sahab (Sampurn Singh Kalra), the lighthouse of the world of literature and cinema, during the Sahitya Suman Samman held in Mumbai.
3. Meeting the famous litterateur Shri Vinod Kumar Shukla Ji, honoured with Jnanpith Award.
4. Got the privilege of meeting Mr. Perfectionist of Bollywood, actor Aamir Khan.
5. Meeting the powerful actor Vicky Kaushal on the occasion of being honoured by Vishva Katha Rangmanch.

Today we present his satire The Appraisal Secret.  

☆ Witful Warmth# 105 ☆

☆ Satire ☆ The Appraisal Secret… ☆ Dr. Suresh Kumar Mishra ‘Uratript’ ☆

In the quiet universe of MindTree Consultancy, the annual performance appraisal was less of a corporate review and more of a high-stakes psychological drama. Employees walked into Room 404 looking like confident gladiators and emerged twenty minutes later looking like damp umbrellas left out in a monsoon downpour.

Rohan had played his cards with mathematical precision all year. He was the first to enter the office, the last to leave, and the only one who voluntarily brought homemade samosas for the manager, Mr. Deshmukh, every single Wednesday. His colleague, Nitin, on the other hand, was the king of subtle procrastination. Nitin spent half his day staring thoughtfully at empty Excel sheets and the other half giving eloquent speeches about work-life balance near the coffee machine.

When final appraisal day arrived, Rohan was supremely confident. He had calculated his key performance indicators down to the third decimal point. As he sat across from Mr. Deshmukh, the manager adjusted his glasses and looked at Rohan with profound, almost theatrical melancholy.

“Rohan,” Mr. Deshmukh sighed, tapping his pen against a thick paper folder. “Your technical output is unmatched. You work like a machine. But in today’s corporate world, being a machine isn’t enough. You lack… spiritual visibility.”

Rohan’s jaw dropped. “Spiritual visibility, sir? I worked sixty hours a week!”

“Yes,” Mr. Deshmukh nodded slowly. “Look at Nitin. Whenever upper management walks down the floor, Nitin is always standing near the whiteboard, marker in hand, looking deeply stressed and intensely reflective. That projects leadership! You, on the other hand, are always silently typing away at your desk. People think you’re just playing Solitaire.”

Rohan felt a knot tighten in his stomach. The top-tier rating and the elusive thirty percent hike felt like a dream vanishing into thin air. Mr. Deshmukh opened the folder, signed the bottom page with a flourish, and handed the letter to Rohan. “I have made my final decision. Read it outside.”

Rohan walked out with heavy steps, his heart sinking into his shoes. Nitin smirked from the coffee machine, waving his coffee cup like a victorious trophy. With trembling hands, Rohan opened the envelope in the elevator, preparing himself for disappointment.

To his utter astonishment, the letter confirmed the highest performance rating possible, accompanied by a staggering forty percent raise and a promotion to Team Lead. Attached was a small yellow sticky note in Mr. Deshmukh’s handwriting:

“Rohan, management buys performance, not whiteboard drama. I gave Nitin a five percent raise so he has plenty of free time to keep looking deeply reflective near the coffee machine. Congratulations, Team Lead.”

Rohan let out a loud laugh as the elevator doors clicked open, and the entire floor erupted into spontaneous applause for their new boss.

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© Dr. Suresh Kumar Mishra ‘Uratript’

Contact : Mo. +91 73 8657 8657, Email : drskm786@gmail.com

Dr. Suresh Kumar Mishra ‘Uratript’

Dr. Suresh Kumar Mishra, widely known in the world of satire by his pen name ‘Uratipt’, expresses his emotions and thoughts with profound honesty and depth. His multifaceted talent is evident in his contributions across various literary genres. He is not only a renowned satirist but also a poet and a children’s author.

His satirical writings have earned him a special place in the literary world. His satire, ‘Shikshak Ki Mout’, went massively viral on the Sahitya Aajtak channel, garnering over a million views and reads—a monumental achievement in the history of Hindi satire. His collection of satires, ‘Ek Tinka Ikyavan Aankhen’ (A Straw and Fifty-One Eyes), is also highly acclaimed and includes his timeless work, ‘Kitabon Ki Antim Yatra’ (The Last Journey of Books). Other celebrated collections include ‘Mayaan Ek, Talwar Anek’ (One Sheath, Many Swords), ‘Gapodi Adda’ (The Gossiper’s Den), and ‘Sab Rang Mein Mere Rang’ (My Colors in Every Hue). His satirical novel, ‘Idhar-Udhar Ke Beech Mein’ (In Between Here and There), is a unique and groundbreaking work focused on the third world.

His significant contributions to literature have been widely recognized. He was honored with the Best Young Creator Award, 2021 by the Telangana Hindi Academy and the Government of Telangana, an award presented by Chief Minister K. Chandrasekhar Rao. The Rajasthan Children’s Literature Academy also honored him for his children’s book, ‘Nanhon Ka Srijan Aasmaan’ (The Creative Sky of Little Ones). Additionally, he has received the Vyanga Yatra Ravindranath Tyagi Sopaan Samman and the Sahitya Srijan Samman from Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Dr. Uratript has also played a pivotal role in writing, editing, and coordinating a total of 55 books for the Government of Telangana for primary school, college, and university levels. His work is included in university textbooks in Bihar, Chhattisgarh, and Telangana, where his satirical creations are part of the curriculum. This recognition underscores that young readers can identify and appreciate quality and impactful writing.

Key Accolades and Works

• Viral Satire: ‘Teacher’s Death’ (over 1 million views)
• Satire Collections: ‘Ek Tinka Ikyavan Aankhen’, ‘Mayaan Ek, Talwar Anek’, ‘Gapodi Adda’
• Unique Satirical Novel: ‘Idhar-Udar Ke Beech Mein’
• Awards: Shreshtha Navyuva Samman (Telangana), Sahitya Srijan Samman (PM Modi), and more.
• Educational Contribution: Authored and edited 55 books for the Telangana government.

Some precious moments of life

1. Honoured with ‘Shrestha Navayuvva Rachnakar Samman’ by former Chief Minister of Telangana Government, Shri K. Chandrasekhar Rao.
2. Honoured with Oscar, Grammy, Jnanpith, Sahitya Akademi, Dadasaheb Phalke, Padma Bhushan and many other awards by the most revered Gulzar sahab (Sampurn Singh Kalra), the lighthouse of the world of literature and cinema, during the Sahitya Suman Samman held in Mumbai.
3. Meeting the famous litterateur Shri Vinod Kumar Shukla Ji, honoured with Jnanpith Award.
4. Got the privilege of meeting Mr. Perfectionist of Bollywood, actor Aamir Khan.
5. Meeting the powerful actor Vicky Kaushal on the occasion of being honoured by Vishva Katha Rangmanch.

Today we present his satire The Sealed Envelope in Room 302.  

☆ Witful Warmth# 104 ☆

☆ Satire ☆ The Sealed Envelope in Room 302… ☆ Dr. Suresh Kumar Mishra ‘Uratript’ ☆

In the quiet corridors of Apex Solutions, Room 302 was strictly reserved for bad news. When the HR department summoned Vikram at 4:50 PM on a gloomy Friday, his heart performed an unpleasant double-flip. In the corporate ecosystem, a Friday evening summons is equivalent to receiving an eviction notice from your own peace of mind.

Vikram walked in, adjusting a tie that suddenly felt two sizes too tight. Sitting across the long mahogany table was Mr. Kapoor, the HR head, whose expression was as cold and unreadable as an unhandled computer error code. On the center of the table lay a single, thick yellow envelope with Vikram’s name typed in bold black letters.

“Sit down, Vikram,” Mr. Kapoor said softly. “You know our company is restructuring. Some files need to be closed permanently.”

Vikram swallowed hard. His mind raced through his life choices: the unpaid home loan, the car EMI due next week, and his wife’s dream of buying a smart TV. He stared at the yellow envelope. Inside it lay either his severance package or his ticket to absolute ruin.

“Is there no other way, sir?” Vikram asked, his voice shaking like a leaf in an unexpected autumn storm. “I’ve given five years to this place. I worked late on weekends. I even laughed at all your bad jokes during tea breaks!”

Mr. Kapoor slowly pushed the envelope across the polished table. “Open it. Whatever is inside takes effect immediately. No arguments.”

Vikram’s fingers trembled as he touched the edge of the paper. The entire room seemed to hold its breath. The wall clock ticked with heavy, dramatic thuds. He slid his thumb under the flap, closed his eyes, and pulled out a single sheet of paper.

He opened his eyes slowly. The letter did not contain a layoff notice. Instead, it was an immediate promotion letter designating him as the new Senior Project Manager, complete with a forty percent salary hike.

Vikram froze. Relief washed over him like warm sunlight on a freezing winter morning, but confusion quickly followed. “Sir… if this is a promotion, why the secretive summons? Why the terrifying speech about closing files?”

Mr. Kapoor sighed deeply, leaned back in his chair, and finally cracked a small, weary smile. “Because, Vikram, if I called you in with a happy face, everyone outside would realize I’m giving out appraisals this quarter. This was the only way to hand you your promotion without fifteen other people storming into my office demanding a raise today.”

The entire HR team hiding behind the glass partition burst into laughter and applause. Vikram burst into a nervous chuckle, realizing that in corporate life, pure horror and pure joy often share the exact same yellow envelope.

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© Dr. Suresh Kumar Mishra ‘Uratript’

Contact : Mo. +91 73 8657 8657, Email : drskm786@gmail.com

Dr. Suresh Kumar Mishra ‘Uratript’

Dr. Suresh Kumar Mishra, widely known in the world of satire by his pen name ‘Uratipt’, expresses his emotions and thoughts with profound honesty and depth. His multifaceted talent is evident in his contributions across various literary genres. He is not only a renowned satirist but also a poet and a children’s author.

His satirical writings have earned him a special place in the literary world. His satire, ‘Shikshak Ki Mout’, went massively viral on the Sahitya Aajtak channel, garnering over a million views and reads—a monumental achievement in the history of Hindi satire. His collection of satires, ‘Ek Tinka Ikyavan Aankhen’ (A Straw and Fifty-One Eyes), is also highly acclaimed and includes his timeless work, ‘Kitabon Ki Antim Yatra’ (The Last Journey of Books). Other celebrated collections include ‘Mayaan Ek, Talwar Anek’ (One Sheath, Many Swords), ‘Gapodi Adda’ (The Gossiper’s Den), and ‘Sab Rang Mein Mere Rang’ (My Colors in Every Hue). His satirical novel, ‘Idhar-Udhar Ke Beech Mein’ (In Between Here and There), is a unique and groundbreaking work focused on the third world.

His significant contributions to literature have been widely recognized. He was honored with the Best Young Creator Award, 2021 by the Telangana Hindi Academy and the Government of Telangana, an award presented by Chief Minister K. Chandrasekhar Rao. The Rajasthan Children’s Literature Academy also honored him for his children’s book, ‘Nanhon Ka Srijan Aasmaan’ (The Creative Sky of Little Ones). Additionally, he has received the Vyanga Yatra Ravindranath Tyagi Sopaan Samman and the Sahitya Srijan Samman from Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Dr. Uratript has also played a pivotal role in writing, editing, and coordinating a total of 55 books for the Government of Telangana for primary school, college, and university levels. His work is included in university textbooks in Bihar, Chhattisgarh, and Telangana, where his satirical creations are part of the curriculum. This recognition underscores that young readers can identify and appreciate quality and impactful writing.

Key Accolades and Works

• Viral Satire: ‘Teacher’s Death’ (over 1 million views)
• Satire Collections: ‘Ek Tinka Ikyavan Aankhen’, ‘Mayaan Ek, Talwar Anek’, ‘Gapodi Adda’
• Unique Satirical Novel: ‘Idhar-Udar Ke Beech Mein’
• Awards: Shreshtha Navyuva Samman (Telangana), Sahitya Srijan Samman (PM Modi), and more.
• Educational Contribution: Authored and edited 55 books for the Telangana government.

Some precious moments of life

1. Honoured with ‘Shrestha Navayuvva Rachnakar Samman’ by former Chief Minister of Telangana Government, Shri K. Chandrasekhar Rao.
2. Honoured with Oscar, Grammy, Jnanpith, Sahitya Akademi, Dadasaheb Phalke, Padma Bhushan and many other awards by the most revered Gulzar sahab (Sampurn Singh Kalra), the lighthouse of the world of literature and cinema, during the Sahitya Suman Samman held in Mumbai.
3. Meeting the famous litterateur Shri Vinod Kumar Shukla Ji, honoured with Jnanpith Award.
4. Got the privilege of meeting Mr. Perfectionist of Bollywood, actor Aamir Khan.
5. Meeting the powerful actor Vicky Kaushal on the occasion of being honoured by Vishva Katha Rangmanch.

Today we present his satire Tea Leaves and the Government File.  

☆ Witful Warmth# 103 ☆

☆ Satire ☆ Tea Leaves and the Government File… ☆ Dr. Suresh Kumar Mishra ‘Uratript’ ☆

On Mr. Gupta’s office desk, a file had been sleeping for the past three months like someone pulling a pillow over their head on a Sunday morning after the alarm goes off. The file was titled ‘Public Interest Litigation 402’. Mr. Gupta was extremely fond of tea. For him, tea was not just a beverage, but the most sacred tool for procrastination. Whenever a file came before him, he would lift his clay cup of tea (kulhad), take a deep breath, and say, “The matter is serious; it needs a little more brewing.”

Everyone in the office thought Mr. Gupta was a very honest and diligent officer who examined the finest details of every document. But the reality was that Mr. Gupta had never found the key to unlock that file—the main page hidden inside it was missing. If this secret ever got out, it would spoil the comfortable routine of his job. So, every day, he would write a new note on the file and slide it into the deepest corner of the cabinet.

One day, out of nowhere, came a summons from the Big Boss. The Boss’s anger was like boiled tea made without ginger—it ruined your mood the moment it went down your throat. The Boss slammed his fist on the table and said, “Gupta, the decision on Public Interest Litigation 402 must be on my desk by 4:00 PM today. The Minister himself is keeping an eye on this.”

The ground slipped out from under Mr. Gupta’s feet. Drops of sweat began to glisten on his forehead like dew on leaves after rain. The file was opened, but the missing page was still missing. It was already three in the afternoon. The hands of the office clock were racing against Mr. Gupta’s heartbeat. He immediately called out to his peon, Ramdeen, “Ramdeen, make a strong cup of tea. Today it’s a matter of life and death!”

Ramdeen brought a fresh kulhad of tea. Mr. Gupta picked up the cup with trembling hands. As soon as he took the first sip, he noticed a small piece of paper stuck to the bottom of the clay cup. It was the very missing page—months ago, Ramdeen had pulled it out from the file to use as a coaster for the tea cup on the table.

Mr. Gupta breathed a sigh of relief, completed the file, and placed it on the Boss’s desk. The Boss looked at the file, smiled, and said, “I hand it to you, Gupta Ji! No truth can hide from your discerning eye.”

The entire office broke into applause. Mr. Gupta smiled, took the final sip of his tea, and thought to himself that in this country, files don’t move forward through hard work, but through tea leaves found at just the right time.

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© Dr. Suresh Kumar Mishra ‘Uratript’

Contact : Mo. +91 73 8657 8657, Email : drskm786@gmail.com

Dr. Suresh Kumar Mishra ‘Uratript’

Dr. Suresh Kumar Mishra, widely known in the world of satire by his pen name ‘Uratipt’, expresses his emotions and thoughts with profound honesty and depth. His multifaceted talent is evident in his contributions across various literary genres. He is not only a renowned satirist but also a poet and a children’s author.

His satirical writings have earned him a special place in the literary world. His satire, ‘Shikshak Ki Mout’, went massively viral on the Sahitya Aajtak channel, garnering over a million views and reads—a monumental achievement in the history of Hindi satire. His collection of satires, ‘Ek Tinka Ikyavan Aankhen’ (A Straw and Fifty-One Eyes), is also highly acclaimed and includes his timeless work, ‘Kitabon Ki Antim Yatra’ (The Last Journey of Books). Other celebrated collections include ‘Mayaan Ek, Talwar Anek’ (One Sheath, Many Swords), ‘Gapodi Adda’ (The Gossiper’s Den), and ‘Sab Rang Mein Mere Rang’ (My Colors in Every Hue). His satirical novel, ‘Idhar-Udhar Ke Beech Mein’ (In Between Here and There), is a unique and groundbreaking work focused on the third world.

His significant contributions to literature have been widely recognized. He was honored with the Best Young Creator Award, 2021 by the Telangana Hindi Academy and the Government of Telangana, an award presented by Chief Minister K. Chandrasekhar Rao. The Rajasthan Children’s Literature Academy also honored him for his children’s book, ‘Nanhon Ka Srijan Aasmaan’ (The Creative Sky of Little Ones). Additionally, he has received the Vyanga Yatra Ravindranath Tyagi Sopaan Samman and the Sahitya Srijan Samman from Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Dr. Uratript has also played a pivotal role in writing, editing, and coordinating a total of 55 books for the Government of Telangana for primary school, college, and university levels. His work is included in university textbooks in Bihar, Chhattisgarh, and Telangana, where his satirical creations are part of the curriculum. This recognition underscores that young readers can identify and appreciate quality and impactful writing.

Key Accolades and Works

• Viral Satire: ‘Teacher’s Death’ (over 1 million views)
• Satire Collections: ‘Ek Tinka Ikyavan Aankhen’, ‘Mayaan Ek, Talwar Anek’, ‘Gapodi Adda’
• Unique Satirical Novel: ‘Idhar-Udar Ke Beech Mein’
• Awards: Shreshtha Navyuva Samman (Telangana), Sahitya Srijan Samman (PM Modi), and more.
• Educational Contribution: Authored and edited 55 books for the Telangana government.

Some precious moments of life

1. Honoured with ‘Shrestha Navayuvva Rachnakar Samman’ by former Chief Minister of Telangana Government, Shri K. Chandrasekhar Rao.
2. Honoured with Oscar, Grammy, Jnanpith, Sahitya Akademi, Dadasaheb Phalke, Padma Bhushan and many other awards by the most revered Gulzar sahab (Sampurn Singh Kalra), the lighthouse of the world of literature and cinema, during the Sahitya Suman Samman held in Mumbai.
3. Meeting the famous litterateur Shri Vinod Kumar Shukla Ji, honoured with Jnanpith Award.
4. Got the privilege of meeting Mr. Perfectionist of Bollywood, actor Aamir Khan.
5. Meeting the powerful actor Vicky Kaushal on the occasion of being honoured by Vishva Katha Rangmanch.

Today we present his satire The Paradox of Celebrity Activism.  

☆ Witful Warmth# 102 ☆

☆ Satire ☆ The Paradox of Celebrity Activism… ☆ Dr. Suresh Kumar Mishra ‘Uratript’ ☆

There is nothing quite as inspiring as a multi-millionaire celebrity lecturing the public about carbon footprints while sitting in their private jet. During global crises, celebrities gather via video call to sing a pop song in their sprawling mansions, expecting their collective tone-deafness to cure poverty. They attend glamorous galas wearing dresses with political slogans written on them, posing for paparazzi before eating a five-course meal cooked by Michelin-star chefs. They deeply care about the plight of the common man, provided that the common man continues to buy their movie tickets and makeup lines. It is a beautiful, symbiotic relationship where they give us moral guidance, and we give them the attention they desperately need to survive.

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© Dr. Suresh Kumar Mishra ‘Uratript’

Contact : Mo. +91 73 8657 8657, Email : drskm786@gmail.com

Dr. Suresh Kumar Mishra ‘Uratript’

Dr. Suresh Kumar Mishra, widely known in the world of satire by his pen name ‘Uratipt’, expresses his emotions and thoughts with profound honesty and depth. His multifaceted talent is evident in his contributions across various literary genres. He is not only a renowned satirist but also a poet and a children’s author.

His satirical writings have earned him a special place in the literary world. His satire, ‘Shikshak Ki Mout’, went massively viral on the Sahitya Aajtak channel, garnering over a million views and reads—a monumental achievement in the history of Hindi satire. His collection of satires, ‘Ek Tinka Ikyavan Aankhen’ (A Straw and Fifty-One Eyes), is also highly acclaimed and includes his timeless work, ‘Kitabon Ki Antim Yatra’ (The Last Journey of Books). Other celebrated collections include ‘Mayaan Ek, Talwar Anek’ (One Sheath, Many Swords), ‘Gapodi Adda’ (The Gossiper’s Den), and ‘Sab Rang Mein Mere Rang’ (My Colors in Every Hue). His satirical novel, ‘Idhar-Udhar Ke Beech Mein’ (In Between Here and There), is a unique and groundbreaking work focused on the third world.

His significant contributions to literature have been widely recognized. He was honored with the Best Young Creator Award, 2021 by the Telangana Hindi Academy and the Government of Telangana, an award presented by Chief Minister K. Chandrasekhar Rao. The Rajasthan Children’s Literature Academy also honored him for his children’s book, ‘Nanhon Ka Srijan Aasmaan’ (The Creative Sky of Little Ones). Additionally, he has received the Vyanga Yatra Ravindranath Tyagi Sopaan Samman and the Sahitya Srijan Samman from Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Dr. Uratript has also played a pivotal role in writing, editing, and coordinating a total of 55 books for the Government of Telangana for primary school, college, and university levels. His work is included in university textbooks in Bihar, Chhattisgarh, and Telangana, where his satirical creations are part of the curriculum. This recognition underscores that young readers can identify and appreciate quality and impactful writing.

Key Accolades and Works

• Viral Satire: ‘Teacher’s Death’ (over 1 million views)
• Satire Collections: ‘Ek Tinka Ikyavan Aankhen’, ‘Mayaan Ek, Talwar Anek’, ‘Gapodi Adda’
• Unique Satirical Novel: ‘Idhar-Udar Ke Beech Mein’
• Awards: Shreshtha Navyuva Samman (Telangana), Sahitya Srijan Samman (PM Modi), and more.
• Educational Contribution: Authored and edited 55 books for the Telangana government.

Some precious moments of life

1. Honoured with ‘Shrestha Navayuvva Rachnakar Samman’ by former Chief Minister of Telangana Government, Shri K. Chandrasekhar Rao.
2. Honoured with Oscar, Grammy, Jnanpith, Sahitya Akademi, Dadasaheb Phalke, Padma Bhushan and many other awards by the most revered Gulzar sahab (Sampurn Singh Kalra), the lighthouse of the world of literature and cinema, during the Sahitya Suman Samman held in Mumbai.
3. Meeting the famous litterateur Shri Vinod Kumar Shukla Ji, honoured with Jnanpith Award.
4. Got the privilege of meeting Mr. Perfectionist of Bollywood, actor Aamir Khan.
5. Meeting the powerful actor Vicky Kaushal on the occasion of being honoured by Vishva Katha Rangmanch.

Today we present his satire The Illusion of True Sustainability.  

☆ Witful Warmth# 101  ☆

☆ Satire ☆ The Illusion of True Sustainability… ☆ Dr. Suresh Kumar Mishra ‘Uratript’ ☆

We are living in the golden age of performative environmentalism, where buying things is marketed as the solution to overconsumption. Companies sell us canvas tote bags to replace plastic ones, resulting in people owning eighty different tote bags that require more water to produce than a small lake. Fast fashion brands launch “eco-conscious” lines made from recycled plastic bottles, which look terrible and fall apart after two washes. We drive massive electric SUVs that weigh three tons, feeling like eco-warriors while ignoring where the electricity actually comes from. True sustainability would mean buying less stuff, but that doesn’t look good on an Instagram feed, so we continue to purchase green-dyed products to save the planet one transaction at a time.

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© Dr. Suresh Kumar Mishra ‘Uratript’

Contact : Mo. +91 73 8657 8657, Email : drskm786@gmail.com

Dr. Suresh Kumar Mishra ‘Uratript’

Dr. Suresh Kumar Mishra, widely known in the world of satire by his pen name ‘Uratipt’, expresses his emotions and thoughts with profound honesty and depth. His multifaceted talent is evident in his contributions across various literary genres. He is not only a renowned satirist but also a poet and a children’s author.

His satirical writings have earned him a special place in the literary world. His satire, ‘Shikshak Ki Mout’, went massively viral on the Sahitya Aajtak channel, garnering over a million views and reads—a monumental achievement in the history of Hindi satire. His collection of satires, ‘Ek Tinka Ikyavan Aankhen’ (A Straw and Fifty-One Eyes), is also highly acclaimed and includes his timeless work, ‘Kitabon Ki Antim Yatra’ (The Last Journey of Books). Other celebrated collections include ‘Mayaan Ek, Talwar Anek’ (One Sheath, Many Swords), ‘Gapodi Adda’ (The Gossiper’s Den), and ‘Sab Rang Mein Mere Rang’ (My Colors in Every Hue). His satirical novel, ‘Idhar-Udhar Ke Beech Mein’ (In Between Here and There), is a unique and groundbreaking work focused on the third world.

His significant contributions to literature have been widely recognized. He was honored with the Best Young Creator Award, 2021 by the Telangana Hindi Academy and the Government of Telangana, an award presented by Chief Minister K. Chandrasekhar Rao. The Rajasthan Children’s Literature Academy also honored him for his children’s book, ‘Nanhon Ka Srijan Aasmaan’ (The Creative Sky of Little Ones). Additionally, he has received the Vyanga Yatra Ravindranath Tyagi Sopaan Samman and the Sahitya Srijan Samman from Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Dr. Uratript has also played a pivotal role in writing, editing, and coordinating a total of 55 books for the Government of Telangana for primary school, college, and university levels. His work is included in university textbooks in Bihar, Chhattisgarh, and Telangana, where his satirical creations are part of the curriculum. This recognition underscores that young readers can identify and appreciate quality and impactful writing.

Key Accolades and Works

• Viral Satire: ‘Teacher’s Death’ (over 1 million views)
• Satire Collections: ‘Ek Tinka Ikyavan Aankhen’, ‘Mayaan Ek, Talwar Anek’, ‘Gapodi Adda’
• Unique Satirical Novel: ‘Idhar-Udar Ke Beech Mein’
• Awards: Shreshtha Navyuva Samman (Telangana), Sahitya Srijan Samman (PM Modi), and more.
• Educational Contribution: Authored and edited 55 books for the Telangana government.

Some precious moments of life

1. Honoured with ‘Shrestha Navayuvva Rachnakar Samman’ by former Chief Minister of Telangana Government, Shri K. Chandrasekhar Rao.
2. Honoured with Oscar, Grammy, Jnanpith, Sahitya Akademi, Dadasaheb Phalke, Padma Bhushan and many other awards by the most revered Gulzar sahab (Sampurn Singh Kalra), the lighthouse of the world of literature and cinema, during the Sahitya Suman Samman held in Mumbai.
3. Meeting the famous litterateur Shri Vinod Kumar Shukla Ji, honoured with Jnanpith Award.
4. Got the privilege of meeting Mr. Perfectionist of Bollywood, actor Aamir Khan.
5. Meeting the powerful actor Vicky Kaushal on the occasion of being honoured by Vishva Katha Rangmanch.

Today we present his satire The Bureaucracy of Customer Support.  

☆ Witful Warmth# 100 ☆

☆ Satire ☆ The Bureaucracy of Customer Support… ☆ Dr. Suresh Kumar Mishra ‘Uratript’ ☆

Modern customer service is designed to test human endurance until you give up on your refund out of sheer exhaustion. When you call, you are greeted by an overly cheerful automated voice that assures you your call is very important to them, right before putting you on hold for forty-five minutes. The hold music is a distorted, lo-fi loop that induces mild psychosis. When you finally speak to a human, they inform you that you have reached the wrong department and transfer you back into the digital abyss. Chatbots are even worse, offering pre-programmed platitudes and asking if they solved your problem before you even finish typing it. The entire system is a brilliant, impenetrable fortress of politeness designed to protect the company’s money from its own customers.

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© Dr. Suresh Kumar Mishra ‘Uratript’

Contact : Mo. +91 73 8657 8657, Email : drskm786@gmail.com

Dr. Suresh Kumar Mishra ‘Uratript’

Dr. Suresh Kumar Mishra, widely known in the world of satire by his pen name ‘Uratipt’, expresses his emotions and thoughts with profound honesty and depth. His multifaceted talent is evident in his contributions across various literary genres. He is not only a renowned satirist but also a poet and a children’s author.

His satirical writings have earned him a special place in the literary world. His satire, ‘Shikshak Ki Mout’, went massively viral on the Sahitya Aajtak channel, garnering over a million views and reads—a monumental achievement in the history of Hindi satire. His collection of satires, ‘Ek Tinka Ikyavan Aankhen’ (A Straw and Fifty-One Eyes), is also highly acclaimed and includes his timeless work, ‘Kitabon Ki Antim Yatra’ (The Last Journey of Books). Other celebrated collections include ‘Mayaan Ek, Talwar Anek’ (One Sheath, Many Swords), ‘Gapodi Adda’ (The Gossiper’s Den), and ‘Sab Rang Mein Mere Rang’ (My Colors in Every Hue). His satirical novel, ‘Idhar-Udhar Ke Beech Mein’ (In Between Here and There), is a unique and groundbreaking work focused on the third world.

His significant contributions to literature have been widely recognized. He was honored with the Best Young Creator Award, 2021 by the Telangana Hindi Academy and the Government of Telangana, an award presented by Chief Minister K. Chandrasekhar Rao. The Rajasthan Children’s Literature Academy also honored him for his children’s book, ‘Nanhon Ka Srijan Aasmaan’ (The Creative Sky of Little Ones). Additionally, he has received the Vyanga Yatra Ravindranath Tyagi Sopaan Samman and the Sahitya Srijan Samman from Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Dr. Uratript has also played a pivotal role in writing, editing, and coordinating a total of 55 books for the Government of Telangana for primary school, college, and university levels. His work is included in university textbooks in Bihar, Chhattisgarh, and Telangana, where his satirical creations are part of the curriculum. This recognition underscores that young readers can identify and appreciate quality and impactful writing.

Key Accolades and Works

• Viral Satire: ‘Teacher’s Death’ (over 1 million views)
• Satire Collections: ‘Ek Tinka Ikyavan Aankhen’, ‘Mayaan Ek, Talwar Anek’, ‘Gapodi Adda’
• Unique Satirical Novel: ‘Idhar-Udar Ke Beech Mein’
• Awards: Shreshtha Navyuva Samman (Telangana), Sahitya Srijan Samman (PM Modi), and more.
• Educational Contribution: Authored and edited 55 books for the Telangana government.

Some precious moments of life

1. Honoured with ‘Shrestha Navayuvva Rachnakar Samman’ by former Chief Minister of Telangana Government, Shri K. Chandrasekhar Rao.
2. Honoured with Oscar, Grammy, Jnanpith, Sahitya Akademi, Dadasaheb Phalke, Padma Bhushan and many other awards by the most revered Gulzar sahab (Sampurn Singh Kalra), the lighthouse of the world of literature and cinema, during the Sahitya Suman Samman held in Mumbai.
3. Meeting the famous litterateur Shri Vinod Kumar Shukla Ji, honoured with Jnanpith Award.
4. Got the privilege of meeting Mr. Perfectionist of Bollywood, actor Aamir Khan.
5. Meeting the powerful actor Vicky Kaushal on the occasion of being honoured by Vishva Katha Rangmanch.

Today we present his satire The Agony of Group Chats.  

☆ Witful Warmth# 99 ☆

☆ Satire ☆ The Agony of Group Chats… ☆ Dr. Suresh Kumar Mishra ‘Uratript’ ☆

Group chats are the digital equivalent of being trapped in a room with people you vaguely know, all talking at the same time. There is always the silent lurker who never contributes but reads every message like a spy. Then there is the overachiever who sends motivational quotes at five in the morning, making everyone else feel like garbage. The chat quickly devolves into a nightmare of endless planning for a dinner that will never happen because nobody can agree on a date or a restaurant. Leaving the group is a social death sentence, as the system brutally announces your departure to everyone. So, you remain trapped, muting the notification for one year, watching the unread message count rise into the thousands like a badge of social exhaustion.

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© Dr. Suresh Kumar Mishra ‘Uratript’

Contact : Mo. +91 73 8657 8657, Email : drskm786@gmail.com

Dr. Suresh Kumar Mishra ‘Uratript’

Dr. Suresh Kumar Mishra, widely known in the world of satire by his pen name ‘Uratipt’, expresses his emotions and thoughts with profound honesty and depth. His multifaceted talent is evident in his contributions across various literary genres. He is not only a renowned satirist but also a poet and a children’s author.

His satirical writings have earned him a special place in the literary world. His satire, ‘Shikshak Ki Mout’, went massively viral on the Sahitya Aajtak channel, garnering over a million views and reads—a monumental achievement in the history of Hindi satire. His collection of satires, ‘Ek Tinka Ikyavan Aankhen’ (A Straw and Fifty-One Eyes), is also highly acclaimed and includes his timeless work, ‘Kitabon Ki Antim Yatra’ (The Last Journey of Books). Other celebrated collections include ‘Mayaan Ek, Talwar Anek’ (One Sheath, Many Swords), ‘Gapodi Adda’ (The Gossiper’s Den), and ‘Sab Rang Mein Mere Rang’ (My Colors in Every Hue). His satirical novel, ‘Idhar-Udhar Ke Beech Mein’ (In Between Here and There), is a unique and groundbreaking work focused on the third world.

His significant contributions to literature have been widely recognized. He was honored with the Best Young Creator Award, 2021 by the Telangana Hindi Academy and the Government of Telangana, an award presented by Chief Minister K. Chandrasekhar Rao. The Rajasthan Children’s Literature Academy also honored him for his children’s book, ‘Nanhon Ka Srijan Aasmaan’ (The Creative Sky of Little Ones). Additionally, he has received the Vyanga Yatra Ravindranath Tyagi Sopaan Samman and the Sahitya Srijan Samman from Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Dr. Uratript has also played a pivotal role in writing, editing, and coordinating a total of 55 books for the Government of Telangana for primary school, college, and university levels. His work is included in university textbooks in Bihar, Chhattisgarh, and Telangana, where his satirical creations are part of the curriculum. This recognition underscores that young readers can identify and appreciate quality and impactful writing.

Key Accolades and Works

• Viral Satire: ‘Teacher’s Death’ (over 1 million views)
• Satire Collections: ‘Ek Tinka Ikyavan Aankhen’, ‘Mayaan Ek, Talwar Anek’, ‘Gapodi Adda’
• Unique Satirical Novel: ‘Idhar-Udar Ke Beech Mein’
• Awards: Shreshtha Navyuva Samman (Telangana), Sahitya Srijan Samman (PM Modi), and more.
• Educational Contribution: Authored and edited 55 books for the Telangana government.

Some precious moments of life

1. Honoured with ‘Shrestha Navayuvva Rachnakar Samman’ by former Chief Minister of Telangana Government, Shri K. Chandrasekhar Rao.
2. Honoured with Oscar, Grammy, Jnanpith, Sahitya Akademi, Dadasaheb Phalke, Padma Bhushan and many other awards by the most revered Gulzar sahab (Sampurn Singh Kalra), the lighthouse of the world of literature and cinema, during the Sahitya Suman Samman held in Mumbai.
3. Meeting the famous litterateur Shri Vinod Kumar Shukla Ji, honoured with Jnanpith Award.
4. Got the privilege of meeting Mr. Perfectionist of Bollywood, actor Aamir Khan.
5. Meeting the powerful actor Vicky Kaushal on the occasion of being honoured by Vishva Katha Rangmanch.

Today we present his satire The Luxury Housing Market.  

☆ Witful Warmth# 98 ☆

☆ Satire ☆ The Luxury Housing Market… ☆ Dr. Suresh Kumar Mishra ‘Uratript’ ☆

Real estate developers have mastered the art of linguistic deception, turning architectural disasters into “luxury boutique living spaces.” If an apartment is described as “cozy,” it means you can fry an egg on the stove while lying on your bed. “Industrial aesthetic” translates to the builder forgetting to paint the concrete walls and leave the pipes exposed. They add a communal rooftop with two dying plants and suddenly the rent equals the GDP of a small nation. Young professionals spend seventy percent of their income to live in a glass box, listening to their neighbor’s alarm clock through the paper-thin walls. But it is all worth it because the lobby has a distinct signature scent and a concierge who judges your life choices every time you order takeout.

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© Dr. Suresh Kumar Mishra ‘Uratript’

Contact : Mo. +91 73 8657 8657, Email : drskm786@gmail.com

Dr. Suresh Kumar Mishra ‘Uratript’

Dr. Suresh Kumar Mishra, widely known in the world of satire by his pen name ‘Uratipt’, expresses his emotions and thoughts with profound honesty and depth. His multifaceted talent is evident in his contributions across various literary genres. He is not only a renowned satirist but also a poet and a children’s author.

His satirical writings have earned him a special place in the literary world. His satire, ‘Shikshak Ki Mout’, went massively viral on the Sahitya Aajtak channel, garnering over a million views and reads—a monumental achievement in the history of Hindi satire. His collection of satires, ‘Ek Tinka Ikyavan Aankhen’ (A Straw and Fifty-One Eyes), is also highly acclaimed and includes his timeless work, ‘Kitabon Ki Antim Yatra’ (The Last Journey of Books). Other celebrated collections include ‘Mayaan Ek, Talwar Anek’ (One Sheath, Many Swords), ‘Gapodi Adda’ (The Gossiper’s Den), and ‘Sab Rang Mein Mere Rang’ (My Colors in Every Hue). His satirical novel, ‘Idhar-Udhar Ke Beech Mein’ (In Between Here and There), is a unique and groundbreaking work focused on the third world.

His significant contributions to literature have been widely recognized. He was honored with the Best Young Creator Award, 2021 by the Telangana Hindi Academy and the Government of Telangana, an award presented by Chief Minister K. Chandrasekhar Rao. The Rajasthan Children’s Literature Academy also honored him for his children’s book, ‘Nanhon Ka Srijan Aasmaan’ (The Creative Sky of Little Ones). Additionally, he has received the Vyanga Yatra Ravindranath Tyagi Sopaan Samman and the Sahitya Srijan Samman from Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Dr. Uratript has also played a pivotal role in writing, editing, and coordinating a total of 55 books for the Government of Telangana for primary school, college, and university levels. His work is included in university textbooks in Bihar, Chhattisgarh, and Telangana, where his satirical creations are part of the curriculum. This recognition underscores that young readers can identify and appreciate quality and impactful writing.

Key Accolades and Works

• Viral Satire: ‘Teacher’s Death’ (over 1 million views)
• Satire Collections: ‘Ek Tinka Ikyavan Aankhen’, ‘Mayaan Ek, Talwar Anek’, ‘Gapodi Adda’
• Unique Satirical Novel: ‘Idhar-Udar Ke Beech Mein’
• Awards: Shreshtha Navyuva Samman (Telangana), Sahitya Srijan Samman (PM Modi), and more.
• Educational Contribution: Authored and edited 55 books for the Telangana government.

Some precious moments of life

1. Honoured with ‘Shrestha Navayuvva Rachnakar Samman’ by former Chief Minister of Telangana Government, Shri K. Chandrasekhar Rao.
2. Honoured with Oscar, Grammy, Jnanpith, Sahitya Akademi, Dadasaheb Phalke, Padma Bhushan and many other awards by the most revered Gulzar sahab (Sampurn Singh Kalra), the lighthouse of the world of literature and cinema, during the Sahitya Suman Samman held in Mumbai.
3. Meeting the famous litterateur Shri Vinod Kumar Shukla Ji, honoured with Jnanpith Award.
4. Got the privilege of meeting Mr. Perfectionist of Bollywood, actor Aamir Khan.
5. Meeting the powerful actor Vicky Kaushal on the occasion of being honoured by Vishva Katha Rangmanch.

Today we present his satire The Reality of Modern Travel.  

☆ Witful Warmth# 97 ☆

☆ Satire ☆ The Reality of Modern Travel… ☆ Dr. Suresh Kumar Mishra ‘Uratript’ ☆

Travel used to be an adventure; now it is an exercise in logistical survival and content curation. The journey begins at the airport, where you are treated like a suspected international criminal just because you forgot to remove your belt. Once on the plane, you are packed into a metal tube with less legroom than a standard birdcage, praying that the person in front of you doesn’t recline their seat. When you finally arrive at the exotic destination, you find that the pristine, lonely beach from the brochure is actually packed with five thousand other tourists all holding selfie sticks. Everyone is looking at the sunset through their phone screens, ensuring the lighting is perfect for their followers, completely oblivious to the actual world around them.

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© Dr. Suresh Kumar Mishra ‘Uratript’

Contact : Mo. +91 73 8657 8657, Email : drskm786@gmail.com