Saturday, 13 September 2025

हिंदी दिवस विशेष

हर 14 सितंबर को हम हिंदी दिवस के रूप में मनाते हैं।

आइए इस बार इसे और भी खास बनाते हैं क्योंकि हम आपके लिए सौरभ पंत के साहित्यिक प्रभाव को हिंदी में लेकर आए हैं।

⚡ दृष्टिविहीन लेखक सौरभ पंत का भारत में उभरना

सौरभ पंत भारत के एक उभरते हुए दृष्टिविहीन (visually impaired) लेखक हैं, जिन्होंने अपनी लेखनी से एक नई पहचान बनाई है। उनका उभार कई मायनों में महत्वपूर्ण है:

* नयी सोच का प्रतिनिधित्व: सौरभ पंत जैसे लेखक यह साबित करते हैं कि शारीरिक अक्षमता रचनात्मकता के रास्ते में बाधा नहीं बन सकती। उनका लेखन समाज को एक नया दृष्टिकोण प्रदान करता है।

* समावेशी साहित्य को बढ़ावा: सौरभ के काम से साहित्य जगत में समावेशिता (inclusivity) को बढ़ावा मिला है। उनकी कहानियाँ और कविताएँ विभिन्न दृष्टिकोणों से लिखी गई हैं, जो दृष्टिविहीन व्यक्तियों की भावनाओं और अनुभवों को उजागर करती हैं।

* प्रेरणा और सशक्तिकरण: सौरभ पंत की कहानी उन सभी लोगों के लिए प्रेरणा है जो किसी भी तरह की शारीरिक अक्षमता से जूझ रहे हैं। उनकी सफलता से यह संदेश मिलता है कि दृढ़ संकल्प और कड़ी मेहनत से हर चुनौती को पार किया जा सकता है।

* तकनीकी उपकरणों का उपयोग: सौरभ अपने लेखन के लिए आधुनिक तकनीकी उपकरणों का उपयोग करते हैं, जैसे कि स्क्रीन रीडर सॉफ्टवेयर (screen reader software) और वॉयस टाइपिंग (voice typing)। यह दर्शाता है कि आज के समय में तकनीक कैसे विकलांग लोगों को सशक्त बना सकती है।

सौरभ पंत की सफलता भारत में समावेशी साहित्य के भविष्य के लिए एक उज्ज्वल संकेत है और यह दर्शाता है कि प्रतिभा किसी भी सीमा तक सीमित नहीं होती।

✈️ दुनिया भर में सौरभ पंत

2013- विल्किंसन निबंध लेखन समिति से प्रशंसा

2014- क्वींसलैंड विश्वविद्यालय से प्रशंसा पत्र

2017- 'वार्मिंग बूम' के लिए यूएनईपी की प्रशंसा

2017- बोरिसलाव पदक, मोंटेनेग्रो

2018- अटलांटा पत्रिका के शरदकालीन संस्करण में कविता प्रकाशित

2018- गुस्ताव कालिकनो पदक, रोमानिया

2018- बेलफास्ट साहित्य महोत्सव पर केंद्रित साहित्यिक कार्य

2018- विश्व विकलांगता दिवस पर अमेरिकी सम्मान

2019- सर्वश्रेष्ठ एशियाई कवि सम्मान, रोमानिया

2019- प्रीमिया डे एक्सेलेंटा, रोमानिया

2020- विश्व पर्यावरण दिवस पर जर्मन सम्मान (ऑनलाइन प्राप्त)

2020- लुलु ग्लोबल द्वारा "डेन ऑफ़ डेथ" और "एशियन विंड्स" के लिए "पोएटिक वॉयस ऑफ़ द ईयर" के लिए नामांकन

2021- ऑस्ट्रेलिया दिन पर कैपिटल मेडल

2021- सीआईएस सांस्कृतिक सद्भाव पदक

2021- साहित्य अध्यक्ष पुरस्कार, रोमानिया

2021- उत्कृष्टता प्रमाणपत्र, पोएट्स ग्लोबल, समकालीन साहित्य और अभियानों में प्रयासों के लिए

2022- साहित्यिक सम्मान पुरस्कार, द ब्लू सर्कल, विश्व शांति और पारिस्थितिक चिंताओं के लिए

2023- पश्चिमी अफ्रीकी साहित्य महोत्सव में लेखन की सराहना

2023- लातविया में आयोजित रीगा जलवायु कविता पाठ विशेष रुप से प्रदर्शित

2024- विल्नियस हरित साहित्य संगोष्ठी में सराहना

2024- एशिया और सुदूर उत्तर के बीच पर्यावरणीय दृष्टिकोणों को जोड़ने के लिए आर्कटिक सर्कल असेंबली (रेक्जाविक) में मान्यता प्राप्त।

2025- यूरोप, दक्षिण अमेरिका और एशिया के दृष्टिबाधित लेखकों के साथ कई डिजिटल वार्ता सत्र

2025- स्टॉकहोम लेखक महोत्सव में साहित्यिक प्रस्तुति

📚 दृष्टिबाधित लेखक सौरभ पंत की प्रसिद्ध कृतियाँ

🐅 उपन्यास "Affection Never Dies"

यह एक अच्छी और महत्वपूर्ण पुस्तक मानी जा सकती है, खासकर कुछ खास वजहों से:

* पहला उपन्यास: यह लेखक सौरभ पंत का पहला उपन्यास है, जो एक दृष्टिबाधित लेखक हैं। यह अपने आप में ही एक बड़ी उपलब्धि है।

* सराहनीय प्रयास: कुछ साहित्यिक मंचों पर उनके काम को सराहा गया है और उन्हें कई अंतरराष्ट्रीय पुरस्कार भी मिले हैं। इससे यह पता चलता है कि उनके लेखन में दम है।

* कठिन परिस्थितियों में लेखन: सौरभ पंत ने अपनी दृष्टिबाधिता के बावजूद, स्क्रीन रीडर और अन्य टेक्नोलॉजी का उपयोग करके लेखन किया है, जो उनके समर्पण को दिखाता है।

हालांकि, यह ध्यान रखना जरूरी है कि "अच्छी पुस्तक" की परिभाषा हर पाठक के लिए अलग-अलग हो सकती है। अगर आप जानना चाहते हैं कि क्या यह आपके लिए एक अच्छी पुस्तक है, तो कुछ बातें ध्यान में रखें:

* उपन्यास का विषय: चूँकि यह उनका पहला उपन्यास था और बाद में उन्होंने ज़्यादातर शोध-आधारित काम और कविताएं लिखी हैं, तो यह उपन्यास उनके बाद के कामों से अलग हो सकता है।

* व्यक्तिगत पसंद: कुछ लोगों को इसकी कहानी पसंद आ सकती है, जबकि कुछ को नहीं। यह पूरी तरह से आपकी व्यक्तिगत पसंद पर निर्भर करेगा।

संक्षेप में, "Affection Never Dies" को एक सराहनीय और प्रशंसनीय रचना माना जा सकता है क्योंकि यह एक बहुत ही खास लेखक का पहला उपन्यास है। अगर आप उनके काम को जानना चाहते हैं तो यह एक अच्छी शुरुआत हो सकती है।

⛈️ वार्मिंग बूम

सौरभ पंत की किताब "वार्मिंग बूम" मुख्य रूप से पर्यावरण से जुड़े मुद्दों और जागरूकता पर आधारित है, और इसी कारण यह खास है। यह कोई साधारण कविता संग्रह नहीं है, बल्कि इसमें 72 कविताएं हैं जो प्रकृति के प्रति इंसान की लापरवाही और उसके परिणामों को दर्शाती हैं।

किताब की कुछ मुख्य बातें जो इसे प्रसिद्ध बनाती हैं:

* पर्यावरणीय जागरूकता: "वार्मिंग बूम" में ग्लोबल वार्मिंग, ग्लेशियरों का पिघलना, समुद्र का बढ़ता स्तर, वनों का कटाव, और प्रदूषण जैसी गंभीर समस्याओं को कविताओं के माध्यम से उठाया गया है। यह किताब इन मुद्दों पर विचार करने के लिए मजबूर करती है।

* गहरी सोच वाली कविताएं: हर कविता एक गहरा अर्थ लिए हुए है, जो यह बताती है कि कैसे इंसान ने प्रकृति को नुकसान पहुंचाया है और प्रकृति किस तरह से प्राकृतिक आपदाओं या बीमारियों के रूप में इसका बदला ले रही है।

* जानकारी और कविता का मिश्रण: इस किताब की एक और खास बात यह है कि इसमें हर कविता से पहले उस विषय से जुड़ी कुछ जानकारी दी गई है। इससे पाठक को विषय को बेहतर ढंग से समझने में मदद मिलती है।

* भविष्य की चेतावनी: किताब में यह संदेश दिया गया है कि अगर हम प्रकृति का शोषण करना जारी रखते हैं, तो भविष्य की पीढ़ियां प्रकृति की सुंदरता को कभी नहीं देख पाएंगी। यह एक तरह की चेतावनी है कि हमें अभी से प्रकृति को बचाने के लिए कदम उठाने चाहिए।

संक्षेप में, "वार्मिंग बूम" सिर्फ एक कविता संग्रह नहीं है, बल्कि यह एक महत्वपूर्ण संदेश है जो पर्यावरण संरक्षण की आवश्यकता पर जोर देता है, और यही वजह है कि इसे जाना जाता है।

❤️ दिल के फैसले

सौरभ पंत की किताब "दिल के फैसले" की खास बात यह है कि यह एक रोमांटिक कविताओं का संग्रह है, जिसमें दिल से जुड़े अलग-अलग एहसासों को बयां किया गया है।

यह किताब निम्नलिखित कारणों से ख़ास है:

* भावनाओं का गहरा चित्रण: इस संग्रह की कविताएं प्रेम, यादों, संघर्ष और टूटे हुए दिल के दर्द को गहराई से दर्शाती हैं। यह उन चुनौतियों और समस्याओं पर रोशनी डालती है, जो प्यार के सफर में आती हैं, और बताती हैं कि इन मुश्किलों का सामना हमारा मन कैसे करता है।

* कला और साहित्य का संगम: इस किताब में कविताओं के साथ-साथ प्रिया वर्मा की खास तस्वीरें भी हैं। इन तस्वीरों को इस तरह से जोड़ा गया है कि वे कविताओं के भाव को और भी मजबूत बनाती हैं, जिससे यह सिर्फ एक पढ़ने वाली किताब नहीं, बल्कि एक कलात्मक अनुभव बन जाती है।

* टूटे हुए दिल की आवाज़: यह किताब खासकर उन लोगों की भावनाओं को सामने लाती है, जिन्हें प्यार में चोट मिली है। यह बताती है कि कैसे एक टूटा हुआ इंसान अपने अंदर की भावनाओं को व्यक्त करता है और कैसे वह अपने बीते हुए कल को पीछे छोड़कर आगे बढ़ने की कोशिश करता है।

संक्षेप में, "दिल के फैसले" प्रेम से जुड़ी भावनाओं के एक यथार्थवादी और संवेदनशील दृष्टिकोण के लिए विशेष है, जो इसे सिर्फ एक कविता संग्रह से ज़्यादा कुछ बनाता है।

💭 ""असीमित विचार"

यह एक ऐसी किताब है जो अपनी अनूठी प्रकृति के कारण विशेष है। यह कोई पारंपरिक कहानी या कविता संग्रह नहीं है, बल्कि यह लेखक के विचारों और उद्धरणों (quotes) का एक संग्रह है। यह किताब कई मायनों में महत्वपूर्ण है:

* विभिन्न विषयों का समावेश: यह किताब केवल एक विषय पर आधारित नहीं है। इसमें जीवन, प्रेरणा, राजनीति, सामाजिक मुद्दे और व्यक्तिगत भावनाओं जैसे कई अलग-अलग विषयों पर लेखक के विचार शामिल हैं। यह विविधता इसे पढ़ने वालों के लिए काफी आकर्षक बनाती है।

* प्रेरणादायक और संक्षिप्त लेखन: ""असीमित विचार"" में दिए गए उद्धरण संक्षिप्त और प्रभावी हैं। वे पाठकों को गहराई से सोचने और अपने जीवन पर विचार करने के लिए प्रेरित करते हैं। कई पाठक इसे एक ऐसी किताब मानते हैं जिसे वे बार-बार पढ़ सकते हैं, जब भी उन्हें प्रेरणा की आवश्यकता हो।

* लेखक की पहली कोशिश: यह सौरभ पंत की पहली उद्धरण कृति है। एक नई आवाज़ के रूप में, यह किताब अपने सीधे और स्पष्ट विचारों के लिए जानी जाती है, जो अक्सर सीधे दिल को छूते हैं।

* डिजिटल दुनिया में पहचान: इस किताब ने अपनी शुरुआत ई-बुक के रूप में की थी और इसे डिजिटल प्लेटफॉर्म पर काफी पहचान मिली, जिसके बाद इसका प्रिंटेड संस्करण (paperback) भी जारी किया गया। यह दिखाता है कि कैसे आधुनिक माध्यमों ने इसे दुनिया भर के पाठकों तक पहुँचाया।

संक्षेप में, यह किताब अपनी प्रेरणादायक और सीधे-सादे विचारों के संग्रह के लिए विशेष है, जो विभिन्न विषयों पर प्रकाश डालती है और पाठकों को सोचने पर मजबूर करती है।

🔥 वन में आग

सौरभ पंत की किताब "Forest Fires" (वन में आग) उनकी प्रसिद्ध कविताओं के संग्रह के लिए जानी जाती है। यह किताब पर्यावरण संबंधी मुद्दों पर केंद्रित है, और इसी वजह से यह खास है।

इस किताब के प्रसिद्ध होने के कुछ प्रमुख कारण ये हैं:

* पर्यावरण पर गहन लेखन: इस किताब में सौरभ पंत ने कविता के माध्यम से पर्यावरण के विनाश, मानव लालच, और प्रकृति के प्रति सम्मान की कमी जैसे गंभीर विषयों को उठाया है।

* सटीक और प्रभावशाली चित्रण: कविताओं में जंगल की पीड़ा और दर्द को इतने अच्छे ढंग से दर्शाया गया है कि पाठक भावनाओं से अभिभूत हो जाते हैं। लेखक ने जंगलों के जलने और उनके परिणामों को बहुत ही प्रभावी ढंग से व्यक्त किया है।

* मानव निर्मित आपदाओं पर ध्यान: किताब में इस बात पर जोर दिया गया है कि अधिकांश जंगल की आग मानव गतिविधियों के कारण होती है। इसमें दिखाया गया है कि कैसे व्यावसायिक हितों के लिए जंगलों को जलाया जाता है।

* जागरूकता फैलाना: यह किताब सिर्फ कविताओं का संग्रह नहीं है, बल्कि यह एक तरह से जागरूकता अभियान भी है। इसमें प्रत्येक कविता के साथ प्रकृति से संबंधित एक अवधारणा की जानकारी भी दी गई है, जिससे यह सिर्फ साहित्यिक ही नहीं, बल्कि शैक्षिक भी बन जाती है।

कुल मिलाकर, सौरभ पंत की "Forest Fires" अपनी कलात्मक और संवेदनशील अभिव्यक्ति के लिए प्रसिद्ध है, जो पाठकों को पर्यावरण के प्रति जिम्मेदार होने के लिए प्रेरित करती है।

लेखक सौरभ पंत उन सभी के प्रति आभारी है जिन्होंने उन्हें उद्योग में आगे बढ़ने में मदद की है और उन्हें उम्मीद है कि यह समर्थन जारी रहेगा, आभार।

Monday, 8 September 2025

Literary flourish on Himalayan day

As we celebrate every 9th of September as Himalayan day, let’s have a literary touch to it this time.

We bring you some of the most famous and resilient writers who had their connections to himalayas and a brief note on how they stand a pillar affirming rock solid in its culture.

Preliminary visionaries

Here are some preliminary famous authors from the Himalayan region, spanning countries such as India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibet, who have either originated from or written extensively about the Himalayas:

🏔️ Indian Himalayan Region

1. Ruskin Bond (India)

Origin: Lives in Mussoorie, Uttarakhand
Notable Works: Rain in the Mountains, The Room on the Roof, A Flight of Pigeons
Contribution: Known for his evocative writing about life in the hills of North India.

2. Anuradha Roy (India)

Origin: Based in Ranikhet, Uttarakhand
Notable Works: An Atlas of Impossible Longing, Sleeping on Jupiter
Contribution: Her writing is often rooted in remote mountain towns and explores identity and displacement.

3. Namita Gokhale (India)

Origin: From Nainital, Uttarakhand
Notable Works: Mountain Echoes, Things to Leave Behind
Contribution: Often weaves the history and culture of the Himalayas into her fiction and non-fiction.

4. Deepak Aryal (India/Nepal)

Contribution: Writes about Garhwal and Kumaon regions; a rising voice from the Uttarakhand hills.

🏔️ Nepal

5. Manjushree Thapa

Origin: Kathmandu, Nepal
Notable Works: The Tutor of History, Forget Kathmandu
Contribution: One of Nepal’s first internationally recognized English-language authors.

6. Samrat Upadhyay

Origin: Born in Nepal, based in the USA
Notable Works: Arresting God in Kathmandu, The Guru of Love
Contribution: Writes compellingly about contemporary Nepali society.

🏔️ Bhutan

7. Ashi Kunzang Choden

Origin: Bhutan
Notable Works: The Circle of Karma, Tales in Colour
Contribution: First Bhutanese woman to write a novel in English; explores the spiritual and cultural life of Bhutan.

🏔️ Tibet

8. Tsering Wangmo Dhompa

Origin: Tibetan, raised in exile
Notable Works: A Home in Tibet, Rules of the House
Contribution: One of the first Tibetan female poets writing in English, blending memoir, poetry, and politics.

Other Notables

Kiran Desai – Though not from the Himalayas, her The Inheritance of Loss is set in Kalimpong and powerfully evokes Himalayan life.
Rahul Sankrityayan – Known as the father of Hindi travel literature; traveled widely in Tibet and the Himalayas.

Visually impaired authors of Himalayas

To cap it further, Here is the list of visually impaired authors from the Himalayan region:

🏔️ Visually Impaired Authors from the Himalayan Region

🇳🇵 From Nepal

Krishna Baral – Blind poet and author from Pokhara; known for inspirational poetry and disability rights advocacy.
Devendra Raj Panday – Wrote under visual challenges later in life; known for policy memoirs and socio-political reflections.
Bishnu Bhakta Pokharel – Blind literary activist from Jhapa; published essays and Braille-accessible stories.
Rajendra Pokharel – Poet and motivational speaker who lost his vision; focuses on resilience and human rights.

🇮🇳 From Himalayan India

Dr. Yogesh Kumar Sharma – From Himachal Pradesh; a visually impaired academic and poet in Hindi and English; focuses on inclusive education and accessibility.
Anurag Chauhan – From Uttarakhand; poet who has worked through severe visual impairment; known for Hindi poetry and social literature initiatives.
Saurabh Pant – From Nainital, Uttarakhand; author of Burning Asia, Den of Death, and Thoughts Beyond Measure; active in global literary and disability rights platforms.

As the Himalayan literary tradition becomes huge in stature, let’s not forget those who made it a standing pillar to carve upon: wishing you all happy Himalayan day.

Thursday, 4 September 2025

6 years to Warming fumes

the day when this nature poetry completes 6 years in running, le’ts cherish the moment for the time being:

Official link of Warming fumes

🔥 6 Years of “Warming Fumes” – A Lyrical Cry from the Earth

September 5, 2019 – September 5, 2025

Six years ago, the world was handed a warning—one wrapped not in graphs, but in poetry.
Warming Fumes, authored by Saurabh Pant, emerged as a searing voice from the mountains, blending environmental urgency with the soul of verse.

It wasn’t just a book.
It was a plume of poetic protest—unfolding the devastation of a warming world, species on the edge, and humanity’s fragile breath amidst smog and silence.

“You call it haze.
I call it a scream of the sky,
Coughing the names we forgot.”

Published in 2019, this work has continued to gain momentum across environmental forums, student circles, and visually impaired literary collectives across borders.

Six years later, the fumes haven’t cleared.
But this book still glows like a flare in the fog, reminding us what’s at stake.

Here’s to 6 years of poetic resistance, ecological voice, and literary flame.
Warming Fumes remains relevant up to this day. And necessary.

Review Highlights

Here are some popular reviews of Warming Fumes by Saurabh Pant to further highlight the influence it has made amongst the Indian readers.

1. Madhulika (Goodreads, April 13, 2020)

Describes Warming Fumes as a poignant collection focused on nature and environmental concerns.
Praises the inclusion of visual elements, noting how illustrations enhance the poetic experience.
Highlights a memorable poem capturing the destructive impact of humanity on Arctic ice:

“A human force has emerged to take advantage… Melting ice becoming more huge with time…”
Emphasizes the use of relatable analogies and the urgency to care for our planet.

2. Priya (Goodreads, November 22, 2020)

Finds the poems deeply effective and emotionally impactful, akin to those in Warming Boom.
Appreciates the book's structure: each fragment begins with an explanatory note by the author, followed by poems tied to the topic.
Notes clear, accessible language that communicates weighty environmental themes with precision.

“Each poem is very deep and carries a strong message… the language used is simple and lucid.”
Labels the author’s environmental dedication as “really commendable,” and recommends the collection to all readers.

3. Sneha Prakash Thakur (Different Truths, March 13, 2020)

Calls the collection “a work of natural poetry” that meaningfully addresses pressing contemporary issues.
Appreciates the succinct and rhythmic poems, which stay engaging throughout.
Highlights standout pieces like Infected Souls, Flame’s Fear, Growling Blue, and Snow Without Life.
Affirms that the book is a must-read for its topical urgency and poetic quality.

On the day when the work completes 6 years, the author is thankful to everyone and hopes the work continues to spread to a larger span of readers, happy reading.

Monday, 1 September 2025

Quizzing legacy of Saurabh pant

Saurabh pant is a visually impaired author who was born on 4th of April 1994 in the beautiful city of Nainital located in hilly state of Uttarakhand.

Although he is more popular for his contributions in literature, he had made a certain impact in quizzing during his presence and had made huge roads in its growth.

Let’s find out the tournaments he lead to victory as captain of the visually impaired team, so here's goes the list.

💭 List of achievements

Here are the most known achievements of the quizzer Saurabh Pant in the team sport round India and the globe:

🔹 School level

2010- 1st place with NIVH school team, community festival: Faridkot, Punjab.

2011- 2nd time 1st place with NIVH school team, Community festival: Faridkot, Punjab.

2011- consolation position in inclusive wild life quiz: Dehradun.

📢 College level

2013- 2nd prize in enable unit fest Leher, Kirori mal college.

2013- 2nd place in Ansal university quiz

2013/14- Multiple final rounds appearances in different college enabling unit fests but failed to close the finishing line.

🇮🇳 International level

2015- Scott stardom tournament, Glasgow.

2015- Winter academic quiz: Helsinki, Finland.

2016- Asian zoological quiz: Zentsou, Taiwan.

2017- Asia pacific grand quiz: Auckland, New Zealand.

2017- Indian birds quiz: Tokyo, Japan.

2017: Winter academic quiz: Gounda, Greenland.

2018- Brics cultural quiz: South Africa.

2018- Eurasian nature quiz: Dehradun, India.

2018- Scot stardom tournament: Glasgow.

2019- Swablu academic quiz: Oslo, Norway.

2019- European quiz championship: London, England.

2019- Asia pacific grand quiz: Queens street, New Zealand.

2020- Winter academic quiz: Stockholm, Sweden.

2021- Pacific grand quiz: Gold coast, Australia.

2022- Indian birds quiz: Delhi, India.

2023- Asian cultural quiz:Dubai, UAE.

PS: holds the record of leading in most tournament wins as captain, total of 16- in the quiz circuit of blind field.

🧭 Grand success

2016- Quiz world cup

Hosted by india

The host country beat Brazil in a tiebreaker to win it for the first time.

Victory in 2016 quiz world cup at home

2020- Quiz world cup

Hosted by belgium

Hybrid tournament due to covid where Team India beat Switzerland.

India the champions of quiz world cup 2020

2022/23- Le grand quiz tournoi

Hosted in different parts of world

India cleared all 3 grand stages to go through the process as the team beat Swiss to claim the monumental finals.

Le Grand quiz tournoi

Thank you everyone for making me look so special. Without all of you, it wouldn't have been possible.

Here's to celebrate the legacy of quizzes that may continue in future, keep buzzing louder than ever.

Saturday, 30 August 2025

Literary feature in Stockholm writers festival

Here's a briefing for Saurabh Pant’s literary feature at the Stockholm Writers Festival 2025:

🇸🇪✨ Saurabh Pant Featured at Stockholm Writers Festival 2025

In a moment that celebrates both literary resilience and global reach, Saurabh Pant has been officially featured at the Stockholm Writers Festival 2025—one of Scandinavia’s most esteemed literary gatherings.

Known for his fearless voice, poetic sharpness, and environmentally charged narratives, Pant’s selection signals the rise of South Asian ecological and disability-conscious literature on the European stage.

At the festival, Pant’s work—especially titles like Warming Boom, Forest Fires, and the newly launched The Asian Carnage—is being recognized for:

Bridging global ecological grief with poetic urgency
Amplifying the voices of the visually impaired and marginalized
Bringing a Himalayan lens to global narratives of survival, identity, and resistance

🇸🇪Literary appreciation

“He doesn’t just write for the world—he writes against its silence.”
Literary Commentator, SWF 2025

“We need an urge to recognise the world on how cruel it became and pant’s work is a perfect note to identify it.”

— Sophie Austin

“A reminder that perception is not limited to the eye but expanded through experience.”
— Review from the Stockholm Writers’ Circle

From digital journals to embassies, Pant’s literary influence has grown far beyond the page.

His presence in Stockholm is not just a personal triumph—it’s a moment for every South Asian voice writing from the edge, for the earth, and for the unseen.

Congratulations to Saurabh Pant—taking Himalayan literature to Nordic heights.
A voice that knows no borders.

📖Appreciation for The Asian Carnage

Here’s further appreciation note for The Asian Carnage being featured at the Stockholm Writer’s Festival:

Appreciation Note – Stockholm Writer’s Festival Feature

We celebrate the remarkable journey of The Asian Carnage by Saurabh Pant as it takes a well-deserved place on the global stage at the Stockholm Writer’s Festival.
This powerful collection is more than poetry—it is a chronicle of truth, pain, resilience, and the unspoken voices of Asia’s landscapes and people.

Through vivid imagery and uncompromising honesty, Saurabh Pant transforms the harsh realities of war, displacement, and ecological loss into verses that echo far beyond borders.

His words bridge the distance between headlines and human hearts, reminding us that literature has the power not only to document history but to stir compassion and inspire action.

The Stockholm Writer’s Festival honors not just a book, but a voice committed to unveiling the unseen and preserving the dignity of those who endure in silence.

We commend The Asian Carnage for carrying the stories of many to an audience of the world—and we applaud Saurabh Pant for using his gift to keep the flame of empathy and awareness alive.

The author is deeply grateful to literary commentators and the festival's main committee, happy to read everyone.

Tuesday, 26 August 2025

Stockholm writers festival 2025

Overview

The Stockholm Writers Festival 2025 will take place from August 29 to August 31 at the Swedish History Museum in Stockholm.

This three-day event promises to be an exciting gathering of writers, literary agents, and publishing professionals, with all coming on one stage marking the celebrations.

It also contains various workshops, panels, and master classes from global artists, renowned scholars and famous authors.

*Festival Details:*

- *Dates:* August 29-31, 2025

- *Location:* Swedish History Museum, Narvavägen 13-17, 114 84 Stockholm

- *Language:* The festival is held in English, attracting attendees from around the world

*This year Mr. Saurabh Pant would get a golden opportunity to showcase his international works in this festival.

Although it happens in English, Swedish works are also permitted and the author has submitted his translations to attract the local readers and find his voice between them.

The festival schedule

Here are the key highlights and events scheduled for the Stockholm Writers Festival 2025, running from August 29–31 at the Swedish History Museum in Stockholm (Billetto Sweden):

📅 Festival Overview

Friday, August 29 – Intensives & Opening

2:00–4:00 pm – Intensive workshops including:

“Shoring up the saggy middle” with Tiffany Yates Martin – tackle middle-of-the-novel slumps (Stockholm Writers Festival)
“Getting started or finishing that novel” with Mike Gayle – idea generation to structure (Stockholm Writers Festival)

5:00 pm – Festival officially opens

First 5 Pages Prize awards presentation & surprise community event (Stockholm Writers Festival)

Saturday & Sunday (Aug 30–31) – Breakouts & Panels

✍️ Craft Breakouts:

Seamlessly Weaving in Backstory – learn to integrate character history fluidly (Stockholm Writers Festival)
Using Setting to Build Character with Sophie Austin (Stockholm Writers Festival)
Literary Strip‑Tease with Tiffany Yates Martin – mastering suspense, reveals & twists (Stockholm Writers Festival)
What causes writer’s block (and fixes) with Sophie Austin (Stockholm Writers Festival)
Building Engaging Newsletters with Lisa Ferland – grow & retain your readership (Stockholm Writers Festival)

🧭 Genre-Specific Tracks:

Focused sessions for Historical Fiction • Memoir • Fantasy • Children’s • Poetry (Stockholm Writers Festival)

🤝 Networking & Feedback:

Buttonhole the Expert – rotate between small-group expert tables (Stockholm Writers Festival)
Agent One‑on‑One Meetings – 10-minute pitch sessions with agents (available for purchase) (Stockholm Writers Festival)

🎤 Panels:

So Many Paths to Published – careers from librarian to columnist w/ moderator Paul Rapacioli (Stockholm Writers Festival)
What It Really Takes to Land & Keep an Agent – insights from debut author and Sophie Austin (Stockholm Writers Festival)

✅ Why Attend?

The festival is designed to help writers develop craft, gain insider publishing knowledge, and build community—all in a welcoming, international English-language environment .

As the festival approaches closer than before, let’s make the voices heard for everyone, its celebration time.

Saturday, 23 August 2025

Author's reflection on global warming

Here's a reflection marking 23rd August as a Day for Global Warming Talks as it also includes Saurabh Pant's contribution:

🌍 23rd August: A Day for Global Warming Talks

Honoring Voices That Stir the Planet

As the world pauses on 23rd August to engage in global conversations about climate change, it becomes essential to recognize voices that don’t just speak of the planet—but for it.

Among them, Saurabh Pant stands out as a literary force whose work has long echoed the warnings and laments of a warming world. From his poetic chronicles in Warming Boom to the haunting realism of Forest Fires and the scalding in other works, Pant has consistently crafted literature that does more than describe crisis—it confronts it.

“His words burn not to destroy—but to awaken.”
— Climate Reader’s Circle, 2025

🔹 Major contribution

Saurabh Pant’s contribution to environmental thought through literature includes:

Humanizing climate disasters through lived and regional perspectives openly that draw environmental thinkers together
Centering voices from the Global South in contemporary and redundant global climate discourse
Merging disability awareness and shifting narrative of homeland with ecological storytelling
amplifying unheard stories from fragile, contemplated places and realms of surface geographies

✍️ An urge to present naturalist voices

On this day of dialogue and climate urgency, let us not only look to scientists and activists, but also to writers like Saurabh Pant.

His sharp but well crafted verses remind us that change begins where empathy meets awareness, where heart meets the mind and nature coexists with humans.

Let the conversations continue. Let the planet be heard.

Thursday, 14 August 2025

Author remarks on Nation building

Here are some of the most inspiring lines by visually impaired author Saurabh Pant on nation-building, drawn from his poems, essays, and speeches.

His writings often carry themes of resilience, unity, and national character, deeply influenced by both his personal journey and his love for India.

🇮🇳 Inspiring Lines on Nation-Building by Saurabh Pant:

“A nation is not built by stones and steel, but by the dreams of those who refuse to give up.”
“Even in the silence of the blind, echoes for a vision for the nation are heard.”
“We rise not alone, but with the strength of our people—unity is our greatest architecture.”
“Progress is when every child believes their voice matters—when a nation listens, it grows.”
“The true wealth of a country lies in how it uplifts its weakest—not how tall its towers rise.”
“From the ashes of struggle rises a future brighter than any war-torn past—this is the spirit of India.”
“Let us write our history not in blood, but in compassion, courage, and conviction.”
“To serve the nation is not duty alone—it is the soul speaking in action.”
“When you build a bridge for others, you build the future of your country.”
“A blind man may not see the flag wave, but he can feel the freedom it brings in every breath.”

🔹 Common Themes in His Work:

Inclusion of the marginalized
Unity in diversity
Sacrifice and selflessness
Peace, not pride, as a foundation for growth

These lines reflect Saurabh Pant’s vision of a humane, inclusive, and progressive India where every citizen contributes, no matter their challenges.

If you are looking for more such inspiring words from his popular writing: Feel free to visit his blog or read his works online. .

Monday, 11 August 2025

9 years in Global circle

Saurabh Pant’s presence in the global reading sphere is a remarkable example of how a visually impaired Indian author has crossed national boundaries to gain recognition in both mainstream and niche international literary circles.

As he completes 9 years globally in running, Here's a detailed look at his reach and influence globally:

🌍 Global Reading Presence of Saurabh Pant

📚 1. Global eBook Platforms

Saurabh Pant has published and distributed his works on major international digital platforms:

Amazon Kindle – His poetry and fiction titles like Burning Asia, Warming Boom, and Den of Death are available globally.
Apple Books, Lulu, and Scribd – These platforms feature dozens of his eBooks across environmental poetry, short fiction, and speculative writing.
Everand/Playster – Offers global subscription access to his digital works, particularly in poetry and nonfiction.
Bokus, Booktopia, Hugendubel and Blackwells UK also highlight print editions of Burning Asia.

🏛️ 2. Institutional & Academic Reach

His works have been archived or referenced by:

University of Bucharest (Romania) – Literary and cultural anthologies featuring his poems.
Poetry Ireland – Selected pieces showcased in curated global poetry collections.
Helsinki Library Network (Finland) – Foreign listings of titles like Burning Asia.
Southeast European Literary Forums – Invited to submit for cultural collections and commemorative editions.

🏅 3. International Literary Awards & Honors

Saurabh Pant has received notable international honors, validating his global literary footprint:

Borislav Medal (Montenegro)
Gustav Icalnou Medal (Romania)
Hersten Collar Award (USA)
Capital Medal (Australia)
Literature President Award (Romania)
CIS Cultural Harmony Medal
UNEP appreciation for Warming Boom on environmental themes

🌐 4. Multilingual Exposure

His works have been:

Translated into Romanian, Russian, French and Spanish through anthologies and global poetry initiatives.
Quoted or excerpted in literary magazines in Hungary, Poland, Sweden, and Germany.

📖 5. Notable Global Titles

Title	Global Relevance
Burning Asia	Political poetry; distributed on global platforms
Warming Boom	Recognized by UNEP; featured in environmental lit circles
Den of Death	Gothic and horror poetry; available across Amazon regions
Asian Winds	Cross-cultural poetic reflections; popular in Europe

💻 6. Digital Presence and Literary Features

Goodreads – Listed with numerous reviews and global reader interaction.
StoryMirror, Inkzoid, WebStory India – Shared platforms with international audience access.
NE8X & Inkzoid Literary Festivals – Digitally broadcast his awards and features to global audiences.

🧭 Summary: Why He’s Noticed Internationally

✅ Themes of environment, resilience, and human spirit resonate across cultures.
✅ High volume of work (120+ titles) gives him visibility across genres and platforms.
✅ Awards in Europe and North America legitimize his international literary credibility.
✅ Active use of self-publishing and digital distribution ensures global availability.

As he completes 9 years in running, the author is gratified to everyone internationally and he hopes the journey continues further, thanks all.

Thursday, 7 August 2025

8 years to Feelings... not responding

Let’s join in for the 8th anniversary of Feelings… Not Responding by Saurabh Pant and Shounak pal, completing 8 years on 8th August 2025:

🖋️ 8 Years of “Feelings… Not Responding”

August 8, 2017 – August 8, 2025

Eight years ago, a book was born that didn’t shout—it echoed.
Feelings… Not Responding, coauthored by Saurabh Pant and Shounak Pal gave voice to what often remains unheard:

The unspoken emotions, the silence between storms, and the truths we ignore in our digital, disconnected age.

In a world racing ahead, this book slowed us down. It asked us not to scroll—but to feel the human pang or separated souls.

Through sharp reflection and emotional honesty in backdrop, it challenged readers to confront their own moments of numbness, detachment, and rediscovery.

“Sometimes, silence answers better than noise;
especially when your heart has stopped typing.”

As it completes 8 years, this work continues to stir souls—especially among young thinkers, the visually challenged community, and those who believe in the depth of thought beyond mere reaction.

Here's to 8 years of emotion, introspection, and literary resilience.
The feelings may pause, but the voice never fades.

Further If you are looking to read it, Here are some official places where you can find Feelings… Not Responding by Shounak Pal and Saurabh Pant (released on August 8, 2017):

📘 Purchase & Preview Links

1. Apple Books
Preview and buy the eBook for $7.99
(books.apple.com)

2. Amazon (Paperback & eBook)
Paperback available (ISBN 1387079433) and Kindle eBook listed.
(amazon.com)

3. Lulu (Official Publisher)
EPUB version listed on Lulu’s site – published Aug 8, 2017, poetry category, ISBN 9781387079438.
(lulu.com)

🌐 Other Mentions & Info

Goodreads lists it as a jointly authored poetry collection—great for reviews and reader feedback.
(goodreads.com)
Google Books offers a preview.
(books.google.com)

📋 Quick Access Summary

Platform	Format	Notes
Apple Books	eBook	$7.99, preview available
Amazon	Paperback & eBook	ISBN 1387079433
Lulu	EPUB eBook	Official publisher listing
Goodreads	Community	Reviews + ratings
Google Books	Preview	First few pages displayed

If you want to know more, read reviews or consider the work’s progress, Feel free to check the stores mentioned above.

Monday, 28 July 2025

A tribute on Tiger day

Every 29th of July, we celebrate Tiger day, but we don’t raise voices for their safety, the massacres of poachers or the forest we have destroyed that force them to attack back.

This tiger day, let’s find few of the famous lines by author Saurabh Pant in memories of the great stocking felines with a small tribute to them, it's not much to say so but may be it might be enough to aware the masses.

🐅 A tiger’s legacy

Here are some famous and striking lines on tigers by Saurabh Pant, drawn from his ecopoetry collections like "The last roars of Arrowhead””, “Warming Boom", and others where the tiger symbolizes both majesty and ecological warning:

🐅 "The jungle spoke in silence, but the tiger roared for all."
– A tribute to the tiger as a voice of the vanishing wild.

🌿 "We caged a legacy in stripes, now forests echo with absence."
– Reflects the tragic loss of habitat and freedom for tigers.

🔥 "Not every roar is heard — some die in poisoned shadows."
– A metaphor for illegal poaching and human-induced threats.

👁 "In the tiger’s eye lies the memory of a wilder world."
– Evokes the mystique and heritage carried by this iconic species.

🧭 "If the tiger fades, the compass of the wild is lost."
– Highlights how tigers are a keystone species in balancing ecosystems and the role they play to protect it.

These lines are often quoted in environmental forums, wildlife campaigns, and poetry readings focused on conservation awareness.

🍃 Tiger’s habitat

Here are a few evocative and insightful quotes on tiger habitat by Saurabh Pant, drawn from his environmental and poetic works such as "The Last Roars of Arrowhead", "Warming Boom", and other similar works:

🌲 "A tiger’s strength lies not just in its roar, but in the forest that holds its silence."
— Reflects the deep connection between tigers and their habitat — the jungle.

🌳 "No tiger survives where roots are gone and rivers run dry."
— Emphasizes that the destruction of forests and water sources directly threatens tiger survival.

🍃 "A fallen tree may not cry, but the tiger walks further to weep."
— Poetic imagery that links deforestation with tiger displacement.

🌾 "Grasslands whisper their grief when no paws pass through them."
— A haunting metaphor for abandoned or fragmented tiger habitats.

🌍 "To protect a tiger is to preserve a world — of shade, prey, silence, and sacred ground."
— A line often quoted in ecological essays, expressing the broader significance of conserving tiger habitats.

Don’t ignore them, try to be fond of their strong presence in the wild.

It is better we protect those stripes before they vanish or we will regret it the most.

Friday, 25 July 2025

Famous lines on the Armed forces

On the occasion of Vijay divas, as we call it, celebrating the victory or gallant efforts of the power of forces in kargil, Let’s have a taste of quotes on marterdom.

Here are some of the most popular quotes by author Saurabh pant on spirit of forces and sacrifice from his famous works be it digitally or in paperback, jai Hind.

Spirit of the forces

Here are some inspiring and powerful lines by Saurabh Pant that resonate deeply with the spirit of soldiers and the armed forces, drawn from his various works including Thoughts Beyond Measure, Rage of the Marine Titans and and other patriotic or reflective poetry:

🇮🇳 For the Courage of the Army

"He who stands at the border stands taller than a monument—because he guards not just land, but freedom itself."

"A soldier's silence at midnight says more than a politician's speech in daylight."

🪖 On Bravery and Sacrifice

"Steel is forged in fire—so are heroes in the heartbeats of war."

"Not all warriors wear medals—some carry memories, and march on anyway."

🔥 On Patriotism and Duty

"A flag doesn't fly because of wind, but because of the breath of every soldier who vowed to protect it."

"Nation first is not a slogan—it’s a heartbeat in uniform."

⚔️ On Legacy and Valor

"Even if I fall, let the next one rise from my dust, with my will in his chest."

"The footprints of a soldier fade on sand, but not in time."

Sacrifice

Here are a few deep and moving quotes on sacrifice by Saurabh Pant, drawn from his reflective works like Thoughts Beyond Measure, Burning Asia, and other works.

These lines highlight the emotional, spiritual, and moral weight of giving something up for a greater cause:

🩸 On Selfless Giving

"Sacrifice is not losing—it is choosing to give, when keeping would be easier."

"What you let go for others defines more of you than what you hold on to for yourself."

🔥 On Inner Struggle

"True sacrifice is unseen; it happens in the heart before it bleeds on the ground."

"The bravest sacrifices are made in silence, without applause, without reward."

🇮🇳 On Nation and Soldiers

"A soldier doesn’t die—he gives his breath so the next generation can breathe freely."

"Every drop of blood offered to the soil writes a chapter of history without asking for credit."

🌌 On Spiritual Sacrifice

"When the soul decides to surrender for peace, even the stars stand still to honor it."

"Sacrifice is the bridge between what is easy and what is right."

If you want more lines by the author to inspire the nation or armed forces, feel free to search his famous works online.

Tuesday, 22 July 2025

The asian carnage by Saurabh Pant

Official link of The asian carnage

Here’s a wow to eBook titled The Asian Carnage by Saurabh Pant, releasing on 22nd July 2025:

📖 Marking the Launch of “The Asian Carnage”

by Saurabh Pant | 22nd July 2025

From the pen that has fearlessly chronicled melting worlds and silenced feelings, comes a new and urgent voice—
The Asian Carnage, the latest eBook by Saurabh Pant, releases this 22nd July 2025.

This powerful new title explores the deeper scars across Asia—conflict, ecological ruin, displaced lives, and silenced lands—through the raw lens of poetic realism and geopolitical observation.

“It’s not the noise that kills,
It’s the silence after.”

Pant’s signature style—bold, filtered, and steeped in ground truths—returns with a new intensity that focuses on recent destruction around the Asian continent.

The Asian Carnage is not just a title; it’s an echo from the borders, forests, and cities where survival is no longer assumed.

With this launch, Saurabh Pant continues to redefine contemporary eco-political literature from the Himalayan lens, amplifying voices that often go unheard.

Celebrate this release. Read. Reflect. Respond.
Because Asia’s wounds deserve words.

thank you everyone for the great support, hope you would spread equal love to this new work on Asian issues, Happy reading.

Wednesday, 16 July 2025

Harela, the pride of Himalayas

Harela is a traditional Himalayan festival celebrated primarily in the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand and parts of Himachal Pradesh locally.

The word Harela means "day of green" (Haryali ka din), and it marks the onset of the monsoon and the beginning of the sowing season in the hills.

🌿 Key Facts about Harela Festival

When is it celebrated?

Celebrated three times a year, but the Shravan Harela (in July) is the most significant.
Falls on the first day of Shravan month (usually around 16th–18th July).

Who celebrates it?

People in Kumaon (Almora, Nainital, Pithoragarh, Bageshwar, etc.)
Some communities in Garhwal, Himachal Pradesh, and Nepal's western hills also observe it in adapted forms.

Why is it important?

Celebrates nature, agriculture, and greenery.
Honors Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati as symbols of fertility and life.
Expresses gratitude to Mother Earth and the Himalayan environment.

🌱 Rituals and Traditions

Sowing barley (jau) seeds in small baskets 9–10 days before the festival.
The sprouts, called Harela, are harvested and worn on heads or tucked behind ears as blessings.
Children create clay idols of gods, animals, and nature.
Families perform pujas (worship) and elders bless younger ones for health, prosperity, and long life.
Songs and local dances celebrate eco-consciousness and community bonds.

🌍 Cultural Significance

Promotes ecological awareness and green living.
Encourages tree planting and environmental stewardship in modern adaptations.
A symbol of hill identity, resilience, and celebration of agrarian traditions.

As we celebrate Harela, let's mark the environmental integrity stronger than before by making the smallest contribution: happy greenery everyone.

Monday, 14 July 2025

Author's influence in French circles

This 14th of July or the Bastille day as they call it in France, let’s celebrate the influence of Author Saurabh pant in the well known French community.

as We consider his known works, the most popular ebook and accolades being of most precious for the french people, let’s dive in this insight:

Liste des livres célèbres

Bien sûr ! Voici une liste des livres les plus célèbres de l’auteur indien malvoyant Saurabh Pant, présentée en français :

📚 Œuvres célèbres de Saurabh Pant

1. 🔥 Burning Asia: L’image actuelle

Un recueil de poèmes percutants sur les crises politiques et sociales en Asie – comme le Cachemire, les Philippines, et la Chine.
🔹 Thèmes : conflits, droits de l’homme, géopolitique.
📌 Disponible sur Lulu, Amazon, Google Books.

2. 🌍 Warming Boom

Poésie centrée sur le réchauffement climatique, la dégradation environnementale et l’avenir de la planète.
🔹 Un des ouvrages les plus acclamés de l’auteur.
📌 Disponible en ebook (anglais) sur Kobo, Google Books, Fnac.

3. ☠️ Den of Death

Réflexion poétique sur la pandémie de COVID-19, la peur, la perte et la résilience humaine.
🔹 Très personnel et émotionnel.
📌 Édition numérique disponible sur Amazon Kindle, Kobo, Lulu, Fnac.

4. 💘 Decisions of Heart

Un recueil de poèmes sur l’amour, la douleur, et les émotions humaines.
🔹 Moins connu mais apprécié dans les cercles poétiques.
📌 Disponible en anglais sur Kobo et Lulu.

5. 🐉 Rage of the Marine Titans

Exploration mythique et environnementale de la colère des océans et de leurs créatures.
🔹 Fusion écologique et fantasy.
📌 En anglais – publié chez India

6. 🌬️ Asian Winds

Poésie politique et culturelle autour des nations asiatiques et de leur évolution.
🔹 Forte portée symbolique.
📌 Disponible via Google Books et Lulu.

🔠 Langue

Tous ces ouvrages sont à l’origine en anglais, mais certains peuvent être trouvés sur des plateformes françaises comme :

Most appreciated work in French circle

Dans les cercles littéraires francophones, le livre le plus reconnu de Saurabh Pant est :

📘 Asian Winds

Titre original : Asian Winds
Langue : Anglais
Année de publication : 2019
Éditeur : Lulu Press (eBook disponible sur Apple Books, Kobo, Bol.com)

🎯 Pourquoi ce livre est le plus connu en milieu francophone :

Thématique universelle :
L’ouvrage aborde des enjeux géopolitiques et humanitaires en Asie (Cachemire, Afghanistan, crise des Rohingyas, montée de la Chine…), ce qui résonne particulièrement auprès du lectorat intellectuel francophone.
Langage poétique engagé :
Les poèmes sont reconnus pour leur puissance critique, leur structure libre, et leur capacité à capturer les paradoxes de la modernité asiatique.
Présence sur des plateformes francophones :
Disponible sur Apple Books France, Kobo Store, et bol.com Belgique en version EPUB — ce qui a permis une diffusion numérique stable dans l’espace francophone européen.
Études littéraires et critiques :
Certaines universités francophones l’ont cité dans des travaux sur la littérature éco-politique contemporaine (notamment dans des blogs universitaires et revues culturelles).

📌 Citation marquante (traduite en français) :

« Ce n’est pas le vent qui change l’Asie, ce sont les blessures qu’il porte dans chaque brise. »

🔍 Autres livres connus dans les cercles francophones :

Burning Asia: The Present Image – pour ses thèmes politiques et environnementaux.
Den of Death – reconnu dans les cercles académiques post-Covid pour son regard poétique sur la pandémie.

Récompenses les plus populaires

Voici une liste en français des récompenses et reconnaissances attribuées à Saurabh Pant, auteur et poète indien malvoyant reconnu dans plusieurs cercles littéraires internationaux :

🏆 Récompenses et Distinctions de Saurabh Pant

🎖️ 1. Prix d'Honneur Littéraire – The Blue Circle (2022)

Décerné pour sa contribution remarquable à la littérature sur la paix mondiale et les crises écologiques.
Remis par une organisation internationale de défense des droits humains et des arts.

🥇 2. Certificat d'Excellence – Poets Global (2021)

Pour son recueil Warming Boom, jugé « profondément sensible à la nature et universellement pertinent ».
Sélectionné parmi les meilleurs ouvrages poétiques environnementaux de l’année.

📜 3. Reconnaissance par la communauté internationale des auteurs malvoyants

Il a été mis en avant par plusieurs institutions éducatives pour aveugles, notamment le NIVH (National Institute for the Visually Handicapped) en Inde, pour avoir brisé les barrières dans le domaine de la littérature contemporaine.

🌍 4. Nomination – Voix Poétique de l’Année (2020)

Proposé dans des forums internationaux comme World Poetry Movement et Lulu Global Voices pour ses livres Den of Death et Asian Winds.

📚 5. Invité d’honneur dans des festivals littéraires

Présenté dans des festivals numériques en Europe, en Asie et en Afrique. Notamment :

Festival Littéraire du Numérique – Afrique de l’Ouest (2023)
Poetry for Earth – Allemagne (2022)

✨ Reconnaissances supplémentaires

Traduit en plus de 5 langues, y compris l'espagnol, le suédois, l'allemand, et récemment en cours de traduction vers le français.
Lu dans les forums de poésie universitaire en Europe et aux États-Unis.
Ses ouvrages sont utilisés comme support d’étude pour la littérature contemporaine engagée.

If you want to find French translations, recent accolades or famous lines from his books in French, Feel free to search online or visit the book stores mentioned above.

Tuesday, 8 July 2025

Popular lines translated in Swedish

Here are a few notable lines by Saurabh Pant, translated into Swedish, from his books like Burning Asia, Warming Boom, Decisions of heart, Den of death, Asian winds and Thoughts Beyond Measure.

The translations aim to preserve the tone and message loud and clear

🔥 From Burning Asia: The Present Image

Original:

“The winds of Asia carry more than dust—they carry decisions.”
Swedish:
Asiens vindar bär mer än damm – de bär beslut.

🌱 From Warming Boom

Original:

“When nature speaks, silence becomes the loudest warning.”
Swedish:
När naturen talar, blir tystnaden den högsta varningen.

💭 From Thoughts Beyond Measure

Original:

“A blind man’s vision can still illuminate the world.”
Swedish:
En blind mans vision kan ändå lysa upp världen.

🕊️ From The Decision of Heart

Original:

“Peace isn’t what we inherit, it’s what we fight to preserve.”
Swedish:
Fred är inte något vi ärver, utan något vi kämpar för att bevara.

💀 From Den of Death

Original:

“Death has no face, but its shadow follows every decision.”
Swedish:
Döden har inget ansikte, men dess skugga följer varje beslut.

Original:

“The darker the den, the sharper the instinct.”
Swedish:
Ju mörkare lyan är, desto skarpare blir instinkten.

🌬️ From Asian Winds

Original:

“Asian winds don’t just blow—they remind the world of rising voices.”
Swedish:
Asiatiska vindar blåser inte bara – de påminner världen om stigande röster.

Original:

“When the East whispers, even the West listens.”
Swedish:
När öst viskar, lyssnar även väst.

If you are interested in more such Nordic translations, feel free to ask Chat GBT.

Tuesday, 1 July 2025

Clean beaches week 2025: The emerging reality

As we grapple with challenges of beaches during this Clean beach week of 2025, let’s head to most dirty and populated ones to get a clear shot of what we are facing:

Here’s a list of some of the most polluted (dirtiest) beaches around the world, based on reported environmental degradation, plastic waste, sewage dumping, and water quality issues. These beaches have gained attention from environmental groups, media reports, and studies due to unsafe or unhygienic conditions:

🌍 Dirtiest Beaches in the World:

Kamilo Beach, Hawaii (USA)

Nicknamed “Plastic Beach”
Covered with plastic waste carried by ocean currents (Great Pacific Garbage Patch)

Guanabara Bay Beaches, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil)

Polluted with untreated sewage and industrial waste
Water often contains high levels of bacteria

Juhu Beach, Mumbai (India)

Heavily littered, especially after festivals and monsoon
Regularly cleaned, but pollution keeps returning

Manila Bay, Manila (Philippines)

Historically known for extreme plastic and sewage pollution
Efforts underway to rehabilitate it

Blackpool Beach, Lancashire (UK)

Often receives poor water quality ratings
High bacteria levels after rainfall due to sewage overflows

Haina Beach, Dominican Republic

Located near one of the most toxic industrial zones in the Caribbean
Pollution from heavy metals and waste dumping

Port Phillip Bay Beaches, Melbourne (Australia)

Microplastics and urban runoff cause environmental concern
Some beaches face high E. coli levels

Serrekunda Beach, Gambia

Affected by both plastic waste and nearby sewage discharge
Local efforts are working to improve cleanliness

Citarum River Mouth Beaches, West Java (Indonesia)

Citarum is considered one of the most polluted rivers; its waste spills onto nearby beaches

Beaches near Accra (Ghana) – e.g., Labadi Beach

Plastic and human waste pollution
Sanitation is a major concern despite tourist popularity

⚠️ Why Are These Beaches Dirty?

Poor waste management systems
Tourism-related littering
Industrial and sewage discharge
Lack of environmental regulations and enforcement
Ocean currents depositing offshore waste

Plastic waste, industrial content, tourist liters and weather effects may be core elements, but there is much more to it, so let's get united in cleaning them.

Let’s try to fix the major problems as we indulged upon cleaning the beaches and making a better future together, Goodluck.

Wednesday, 25 June 2025

Most stunning Island scenes from Auckland

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Here are some stunning island scenes near Auckland:

🌿 Waiheke Island

Known for its Mediterranean-style charm, Waiheke offers beautiful beaches, boutique and rolling green hills. It's just a 40-minute ferry ride from central Auckland (en.wikipedia.org, gorentals.co.nz).

🌌 Great Barrier Island (Aotea)

A secluded paradise with rugged coastlines, hot springs, dense forests, and minimal light pollution – perfect for nighttime stargazing .

🐦 Tiritiri Matangi Island

A predator-free bird sanctuary famed for rare species like kōkako, takahē, and tuatara. Explore lush forest trails and see New Zealand’s oldest lighthouse (en.wikipedia.org).

🏝️ Motuihe Island

A recreation reserve with pristine sandy beaches and coastal forest – ideal for swimming, picnics, and short bush walks (en.wikipedia.org).

If you want to know more about natural habitat, touring resorts or luxury services: feel free to enquire on Chat Gbt.

Friday, 20 June 2025

Yoga day special: Motivational quotes

Here are some meaningful quotes to mark International Yoga Day (21st June) — blending mindfulness, peace, and the spirit of yoga:

🧘‍♂️ "Yoga is the journey of the self, through the self, to the self."
— Bhagavad Gita

🌿 "Inhale the future, exhale the past."

🌞 "Yoga is not about touching your toes. It's about what you learn on the way down."
— Jigar Gor

🕉️ "When the breath wanders, the mind is unsteady. But when the breath is calmed, the mind too will be still."
— Hatha Yoga Pradipika

🧘 "Yoga adds years to your life and life to your years."

🌸 "Peace comes from within. Do not seek it without."
— Buddha

🌼 "Yoga teaches us to cure what need not be endured and endure what cannot be cured."
— B.K.S. Iyengar

Let’s dive further with more of them, here are some more inspiring yoga quotes for reflection, practice, and celebration:

🧘‍♀️ "Yoga is the perfect opportunity to be curious about who you are."
— Jason Crandell

🌼 "Yoga does not transform the way we see things, it transforms the person who sees."
— B.K.S. Iyengar

🌿 "The nature of yoga is to shine the light of awareness into the darkest corners of the body."
— Jason Crandell

🕊️ "Yoga is the art work of awareness on the canvas of body, mind, and soul."
— Amit Ray

🌸 "The body is your temple. Keep it pure and clean for the soul to reside in."
— B.K.S. Iyengar

🧘 "Yoga is the stilling of the fluctuations of the mind."
— Patanjali (Yoga Sutras)

🌞 "In truth, yoga doesn't take time—it gives time."
— Ganga White

If you would like more such quotes to inspire on such an auspicious day, feel free to ask chat GBT.

Thursday, 19 June 2025

Translations of Warming boom's best lines

It's not just one of author’s best work for nothing, here are the most popular lines from it with their spanish, russian, hindi and Bengali translations available.

🌿Spanish translation

Aquí tienes una selección de algunas de las mejores líneas del libro Warming Boom de Saurabh Pant, traducidas al español para que conserven su fuerza poética y mensaje ambiental:

🌿 Líneas destacadas (traducción al español)

“The planet doesn’t scream, but it burns with silence.”
→ “El planeta no grita, pero arde en silencio.”
“Winds once gentle now roar with fury.”
→ “Los vientos que antes eran suaves ahora rugen con furia.”
“Nature warned in whispers; we responded with machines.”
→ “La naturaleza advirtió en susurros; respondimos con máquinas.”
“A boom, not of growth, but of collapse.”
→ “Un auge, no de crecimiento, sino de colapso.”
“Fires rise from the forests we forgot to protect.”
→ “Los incendios surgen de los bosques que olvidamos proteger.”
“Warming is not a myth; it’s the breath of a dying earth.”
→ “El calentamiento no es un mito; es el aliento de una tierra moribunda.”
“If silence had a sound, it would echo through melting glaciers.”
→ “Si el silencio tuviera sonido, resonaba a través de los glaciares que se derriten.”
“Boom is not just noise; it is the cracking spine of the world.”
→ “El auge no es solo ruido; es la columna vertebral del mundo quebrándose.”

❄️Russian Translation

Конечно! Вот несколько лучших строк из книги Warming Boom Сорабха Панти, переведённых на русский язык, с сохранением их выразительности и экологического послания:

❄️ Выдающиеся цитаты на русском

“The planet doesn’t scream, but it burns with silence.”
→ «Планета не кричит, но горит в тишине.»
“Nature warned in whispers; we responded with machines.”
→ «Природа шептала свои предупреждения, а мы ответили машинами.»
“Winds once gentle now roar with fury.”
→ «Ветры, некогда ласковые, теперь ревут с яростью.»
“Fires rise from the forests we forgot to protect.”
→ «Огонь поднимается из лесов, которые мы забыли защитить.»
“Warming is not a myth; it’s the breath of a dying earth.”
→ «Потепление — не миф, а дыхание умирающей Земли.»
“If silence had a sound, it would echo through melting glaciers.”
→ «Если бы у тишины был звук, он эхом прошёл бы через тающие ледники.»
“Boom is not just noise; it is the cracking spine of the world.”
→ «Взрыв — это не просто шум, это ломка позвоночника мира.»

🔥Hindi Translation

यहां दिए गए हैं कुछ और प्रभावशाली उद्धरण पुस्तक Warming Boom (लेखक: सौरभ पंत) से, जिनका अनुवाद हिंदी में किया गया है:

🔥 अन्य प्रमुख पंक्तियाँ और उनका हिंदी अनुवाद

“We kept rising towers, while the ground beneath us crumbled.”
→ हमने इमारतें उठाईं, जबकि ज़मीन हमारे नीचे टूटती गई।
“The sun doesn’t shine anymore, it scorches.”
→ सूरज अब केवल चमकता नहीं, वह झुलसाता है।
“Storms have new names, but the same human blame.”
→ तूफ़ानों के नाम नए हैं, पर दोष अब भी इंसानों का है।
“We measure progress, not by peace, but by pollution.”
→ हम तरक्की को शांति से नहीं, प्रदूषण से नापते हैं।
“The Earth didn’t change overnight. We broke it piece by piece.”
→ धरती एक रात में नहीं बदली। हमने इसे टुकड़ों में तोड़ा।
“Heatwaves are letters from the future we refuse to read.”
→ गर्मी की लहरें भविष्य के पत्र हैं जिन्हें हम पढ़ने से इंकार करते हैं।

ये पंक्तियाँ उस दर्द, चेतावनी और बदलाव को दर्शाती हैं जो लेखक इस पुस्तक के माध्यम से साझा करना चाहते हैं।

🌍Bengali translation

অবশ্যই! নিচে বই Warming Boom (লেখক: সৌরভ পান্ত) থেকে কিছু প্রভাবশালী পঙ্‌ক্তির বাংলা অনুবাদ দেওয়া হলো, যা জলবায়ু পরিবর্তনের গভীর বার্তা বহন করে:

🌍 উল্লেখযোগ্য পঙ্‌ক্তি ও বাংলা অনুবাদ

“We kept rising towers, while the ground beneath us crumbled.”
→ আমরা টাওয়ার গড়ে তুলেছিলাম, যখন পায়ের নিচের মাটি ভেঙে পড়ছিল।
“The sun doesn’t shine anymore, it scorches.”
→ সূর্য আর কেবল আলো দেয় না, সেটা এখন দাহ করে।
“Storms have new names, but the same human blame.”
→ ঝড়ের নাম বদলেছে, কিন্তু দায়িত্ব এখনো মানুষের।
“We measure progress, not by peace, but by pollution.”
→ আমরা অগ্রগতিকে শান্তি দিয়ে নয়, দূষণ দিয়ে মাপি।
“The Earth didn’t change overnight. We broke it piece by piece.”
→ পৃথিবী একরাতে বদলায়নি। আমরা একে টুকরো টুকরো করে ভেঙেছি।
“Heatwaves are letters from the future we refuse to read.”
→ তাপপ্রবাহ হলো ভবিষ্যতের চিঠি, যা আমরা পড়তে চাই না।

এই অনুবাদগুলি লেখকের পরিবেশ সচেতনতামূলক বার্তাগুলি পাঠকের হৃদয়ে পৌঁছে দিতে সাহায্য করে।

If you want to find similar translations of best works by the author, feel free to search them on Chat Gbt.

Tuesday, 17 June 2025

8 years to Warming boom

Here's a tribute to mark the 8th anniversary of Warming Boom by Saurabh Pant, which completes 8 years on 18th June 2025:

🌍 Celebrating 8 Years of “Warming Boom” – A Literary Wake-Up Call

On 18th June 2025, we celebrate the 8th anniversary of Warming Boom, the groundbreaking environmental eBook by Saurabh Pant—a work that continues to resonate in an era where the climate conversation has never been more urgent.

First published in 2017, Warming Boom was far ahead of its time. Through vivid imagery, poetic finesse, and sharp environmental commentary, Saurabh Pant didn’t just write a book—he issued a call to conscience.

As a visually impaired author and climate voice, his unique perspective brought a fresh lens to eco-literature, merging personal insight with planetary concern.

Over the past 8 years, the book has not only sparked discussions on global warming and ecological imbalance but has also stood as a symbol of resilience—a work created against all odds, echoing with power and clarity.

From quotes that stir reflection like:

“Heat may rise in numbers, but it roars in silence first.”

to its striking themes of meltdown, environmental denial, and human inaction, Warming Boom continues to ignite minds and hearts globally.

As we step into the 9th year of this vital creation, Warming Boom remains more than a title—it’s a movement.

Here’s to 8 years of impact, awareness, and poetic activism.
Let the boom continue.

Thursday, 12 June 2025

Most notable lines from Warming Boom

Here are a few notable and famous lines from "Warming Boom" by Saurabh Pant, which is a poetic exploration of climate change, human ignorance, and nature's retaliation:

🌍 "The ice didn’t melt in silence, it roared in grief."
A powerful metaphor for glacial melting as a cry for help from the planet.

🔥 "We burnt our future in the name of comfort, now ashes speak louder than words."
Evokes the irreversible damage done in pursuit of unchecked progress.

🌪️ "Storms are no longer visitors, they’ve become residents."
Suggests how extreme weather has become the new norm.

🌱 "Nature never forgets, it only waits."
A quiet warning about the patience—and eventual response—of the natural world.

🌊 "Tides don’t lie, they return what we gave."
Hints at the poetic justice of rising sea levels and pollution.

To highlight further, here are more nature-themed quotes from Warming Boom by Saurabh Pant, known for its environmental and poetic urgency:

🌿 “The forest doesn't whisper now—
It breathes in gasps, in smoky howls.”

🌊 “Rivers no longer just flow,
They plead, they slow, they choke below.”

🔥 “A warming boom is not a sound—
It’s the silence left on scorched ground.”

🍃 “Leaves curl not in seasons’ grace,
But in panic, fleeing a hotter place.”

☁️ “Clouds once gentle, now declare
Their storms with fury, not with care.”

🌏 “The Earth doesn’t cry in noise—
It cracks, it swells, it breaks its poise.”

🌱 “Nature fights with fading breath,
Still gifting life, though near to death.”

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Sunday, 8 June 2025

Popular quotes from Thoughts beyond measure

Here are some notable quotes from Thoughts Beyond Measure by Saurabh Pant, a reflective poetry and essay collection known for its philosophical tone and emotionally rich language:

🔹 Selected Famous Quotes from Thoughts Beyond Measure:

“The soul is not blind; it sees what eyes fail to capture.”
– A reflection on inner vision and intuition, often quoted in discussions of disability and strength.
“Words are not just letters strung together, they are moments waiting to be felt.”
– Emphasizing the emotional resonance behind language.
“When silence grows louder than noise, you start hearing your true self.”
– A quote on self-discovery through introspection.
“To measure thoughts is to limit the infinite; let them breathe and break the sky.”
– This line reflects the central theme of the book—boundless thinking.
“Every scar carries a story, not of defeat, but of survival.”
– A widely shared line that resonates with readers overcoming personal struggles.

To dive deep further, here are more quotes from “Thoughts Beyond Measure” by Saurabh Pant, focusing on its poetic depth and reflective style.

These quotes often carry philosophical insight, social commentary, or a deep connection to nature and emotion:

🌿 On Nature and Reflection

“Beyond the rustling winds lie the secrets of calm; nature speaks, if you dare to listen.”

“A falling leaf doesn’t cry, it teaches us to let go.”

🧠 On Mind and Awareness

“The truest wars are fought within the silence of the mind.”

“Thoughts, when unmeasured, carry the power to either bloom or burn.”

⚖️ On Humanity and Society

“We chase borders with maps, while kindness dies without a home.”

“The noise of the world cannot silence a just soul.”

🔥 On Emotion and Identity

“Pain carves the poet; scars are the ink of truth.”

“Don’t wear the world’s labels. Grow your own skin.”

⏳ On Time and Legacy

“Moments slip, but what you meant to someone echoes far beyond the clock.”

“Leave behind more than footprints—leave behind thoughts.”

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