Launch of the book “WAITING FOR SHIVA: Unearthing the truth of Kashi’s Gyan Vapi” (By: Vikram Sampath, J Sai Deepak, Shefali Vaidya)

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Vikram Sampath’s “Waiting for Shiva” delves into Kashi’s Gyan Vapi, exploring Hindu resilience, cultural identity, and India’s heritage reclamation

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 Vikram Sampath’s book launch for “Waiting for Shiva” explores the historical and cultural significance of Kashi’s Gyan Vapi. The event features discussions on Hindu resilience in reclaiming sacred spaces, the implications of the Places of Worship Act, and the importance of Kashi to Indian civilization. With insights from notable figures like J Sai Deepak and Shefali Vaidya, the gathering highlights the complex interplay of history, spirituality, and cultural identity in contemporary India. The book and accompanying dialogue serve to deepen understanding of India’s heritage and spark conversations about the reclamation of cultural narratives.