Athak

Athak is a fictional novel inspired by the real-life stories of disabled soldiers at a rehabilitation centre. Colonel Mukherjee heads the rehabilitation centre, where brave soldiers face extraordinary challenges and work tirelessly to rebuild their lives.

Nayak Suresh Karki lost muscle control from his chest down following an accident and was admitted to the Khadki Rehabilitation Centre in Pune. Through determination and relentless effort, he went on to master badminton and achieve a world ranking.

Mridul Ghosh, an aircraft maintenance technician, lost muscle control over his entire body below the neck in an accident. Despite this immense challenge, he now creates beautiful paintings by holding a brush in his mouth.

Athak features several more inspiring stories of soldiers who demonstrate extraordinary courage, resilience, and determination in the face of adversity. Inspired by these brave hearts, Shefali and Kshitij establish the Kannu Mehta Centre for Disabled Youth. The novel brings together their motivational journeys, celebrating the indomitable human spirit and the power of perseverance.