On the muddy banks of the Ganges in North Kolkata, two mysterious twins are discovered by a humble idol maker from Kumartuli. Raised among clay, river tides, and the ancient craft of sculpting gods, the boys grow up with an uncanny bond to the water that first brought them into the world.
But when a crisis threatens the livelihoods of Kumartuli’s artisans, the brothers disappear as mysteriously as they once appeared, leaving behind a question that no one can ever truly answer.
Mudskippers is a lyrical tale of fatherhood, folklore, sacrifice, and the timeless rhythm between the river and the people who live by it.
Listen to the audio version of this evocative story from StoryNookOnline by Trishikh Dasgupta.
Some of my books (collection of short stories, novels, and more) are available in print and digital editions. They gather many unique journeys, quieter questions, and stories that continue beyond this page.
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