Ghar Ka Aangan

Vividh Bharati on the radio

Songs from Binaca Geetmala filled every corner of the house. Everyone continued with their work, but all ears remained tuned to the radio.

Shaam ka diya

Every evening, a lamp was lit beside the Tulsi plant, filling the entire courtyard with a special sense of peace and warmth.

Garmiyon ki thandi raat

On summer nights, charpais were set up in the courtyard. The open sky made sleep feel especially peaceful.

The power went out!

As soon as the power went out, the hand fans appeared. It was certainly hot, but somehow the family conversations lasted a little longer.

Nani ke haath ka sweater

Every stitch held Nani’s love and care. The sweater was sometimes a little too big, but its warmth always felt just right.

When papads dried in the courtyard

Papad, badiyan, pickles and red chillies were carefully spread out under the sun—and children were told to keep an eye on them.

Dhoop mein rajai aur gadde

Heavy rajai and gadde were spread out so the winter sunshine could freshen them.