Category: Guest Pieces

By MARIA AURORA COUTO

Deeply grieved by Dadu Mandrekar’s sudden death. I valued his friendship, his sincerity and directness in conversation. I first met him in 2002 when researching for my book, A Daughter’s Story (2004). On enquiry I was told where his office was, a government department alongside Azad Maidan, and made an appointment through a friend. My husband Alban urged me not to go into the office but send word that I was outside in the maidan. (more…)

By ATUL ANAND

On November 26, I got an early morning message from Vasudha that Dadu had passed away around 1:45 am. After the initial shock, I messaged another mutual friend Amita. This has been heartbreaking news. I am still coming to terms with his death. (more…)