Dr. Suresh Kumar Mishra ‘Uratript’
Dr. Suresh Kumar Mishra, known for his wit and wisdom, is a prolific writer, renowned satirist, children’s literature author, and poet. He has undertaken the monumental task of writing, editing, and coordinating a total of 55 books for the Telangana government at the primary school, college, and university levels. His editorial endeavors also include online editions of works by Acharya Ramchandra Shukla.
As a celebrated satirist, Dr. Suresh Kumar Mishra has carved a niche for himself, with over eight million viewers, readers, and listeners tuning in to his literary musings on the demise of a teacher on the Sahitya AajTak channel. His contributions have earned him prestigious accolades such as the Telangana Hindi Academy’s Shreshtha Navyuva Rachnakaar Samman in 2021, presented by the honorable Chief Minister of Telangana, Mr. Chandrashekhar Rao. He has also been honored with the Vyangya Yatra Ravindranath Tyagi Stairway Award and the Sahitya Srijan Samman, alongside recognition from Prime Minister Narendra Modi and various other esteemed institutions.
Dr. Suresh Kumar Mishra’s journey is not merely one of literary accomplishments but also a testament to his unwavering dedication, creativity, and profound impact on society. His story inspires us to strive for excellence, to use our talents for the betterment of others, and to leave an indelible mark on the world.
Some precious moments of life
- Honoured with ‘Shrestha Navayuvva Rachnakar Samman’ by former Chief Minister of Telangana Government, Shri K. Chandrasekhar Rao.
- 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.
- Meeting the famous litterateur Shri Vinod Kumar Shukla Ji, honoured with Jnanpith Award.
- Got the privilege of meeting Mr. Perfectionist of Bollywood, actor Aamir Khan.
- Meeting the powerful actor Vicky Kaushal on the occasion of being honoured by Vishva Katha Rangmanch.
Today we present his Satire – The 1% Terror: A Gen-Z Horror Story.
☆ Witful Warmth# 64 ☆
☆ Satire ☆ The 1% Terror: A Gen-Z Horror Story… ☆ Dr. Suresh Kumar Mishra ‘Uratript’ ☆
AFor today’s youth, “Moksha” or peace is not about reaching heaven. It is simply finding a charging point next to their table in a cafe. For a Gen-Z boy like Aryan, the world does not stop because of a big war. It stops when the top-right corner of his phone turns red and screams—”Battery 1%.” This 1% feels like a ticking bomb, and he has no idea who is holding the remote.
The moment the phone hits 1%, a “Mahabharat” starts at home. Aryan, who usually ignores his mom calling him ten times by saying “Hmm… coming,” suddenly jumps up. He leaps like Spiderman whose web has just snapped. You can see a deep fear in his eyes, like a climber stuck alone on a mountain. He runs from his room to the hall like he is running a 100-meter race in the Olympics.
The real comedy happens when he finds the charger, but the cable is “cheating” on him. It only works if he bends it at a very weird angle. Now, our Gen-Z hero stands like a frozen statue, holding the wire at a perfect angle. If he even breathes too fast, the charging stops! For thirty minutes, he stands as still as an old saint. The only difference is that the saint wanted God, but Aryan just wants his Instagram Reels.
The elders of the house watch this and hold their heads in frustration. His grandfather, Dadaji, says, “In our days, we used to study under a small lamp!” Aryan thinks to himself, “Dadaji, at least the lamp didn’t have buffering issues!” For Gen-Z, a ‘Low Battery’ is like the climax of a horror movie. He feels that if the phone turns off, the world will forget him, his Snapchat Streaks will break, and he will die a “digital death.”
When the phone finally hits 2%, a calm look comes over Aryan’s face. It is like a thirsty person finding water in a desert. This 1% fear is the biggest truth of today’s world— “Life may go, but the plug must stay!”
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© Dr. Suresh Kumar Mishra ‘Uratript’
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