Discussion and Reading Event for Umar Khalid's Anthology in Bengaluru
Reading of Umar Khalid’s anthology
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On April 28, 2023, editors of 'Umar Khalid and His World' will read excerpts from the anthology in Bengaluru, India. The event will feature a discussion with prominent historians and public figures, highlighting the political climate surrounding Khalid, who has been imprisoned for over five years without trial.
- 01Event features readings from 'Umar Khalid and His World' anthology.
- 02Discussion will include historians Janaki Nair and Ramachandra Guha, and actor Prakash Raj.
- 03Khalid has been incarcerated for over 2,000 days under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act.
- 04The anthology includes writings and testimonies reflecting on Khalid's experiences and the injustices faced by political prisoners.
- 05The event is organized by ALAJ, PUCL, and Bahutva Karnataka.
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An event to read excerpts from the anthology 'Umar Khalid and His World' will take place on April 28, 2023, at the Bangalore International Centre in Bengaluru, India. The anthology, edited by Anirban Bhattacharya, Banojyotsna Lahiri, and Shuddhabrata Sengupta, compiles writings on and by Umar Khalid, an Indian activist who has been imprisoned without trial for over 2,000 days under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) due to his alleged involvement in the 2020 Northeast Delhi riots. The readings will be followed by a discussion featuring historians Janaki Nair and Ramachandra Guha, along with actor Prakash Raj, moderated by Aravind Narrain of the People's Union for Civil Liberties (PUCL). The anthology highlights Khalid's journey, his ideas, and the broader political context, emphasizing the challenges faced by political prisoners in India.
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The event aims to raise awareness about the plight of political prisoners in India, encouraging public discourse on civil liberties and justice.
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