Khidakya Ardhya Ughadya

This collection brings together ten short stories by writer and critic Ganesh Matkari. It offers a glimpse into a world viewed through half-open windows—a world that belongs to our times. The stories portray members of the changing middle class as they experience the new, modern world and grapple with its many challenges, pitfalls, and compromises.

All the stories are set in urban environments, unfolding in large cities amid glittering, contemporary surroundings. They explore whether, in the pursuit of money, fame, and power, people are losing sight of authentic living and their basic humanity. The collection also offers insights into the lives of ambitious individuals who aspire to contribute to social causes.

Matkari’s language reflects the nature of the stories themselves, reinforcing their contemporary setting and concerns. As a result, the realities and questions of modern life emerge with greater clarity.