Navigating the Maps of Love and Memory
An evening of profound literary exploration unfolded in Jaipur as The Write Circle, an initiative of Prabha Khaitan Foundation, hosted acclaimed poet and prose writer Kala Krishnan for a captivating session. Centred around Krishnan’s latest poetry collection, Boundary Commissions: Love Poems, the gathering brought together literature enthusiasts for a nuanced conversation on geography, memory, desire, and the evolving nature of contemporary verse.
The session commenced with a warm welcome note by Urvi Bhuwania, who formally introduced the audience to Krishnan and conversationalist Tusharika Singh. Bhuwania highlighted Krishnan’s distinguished literary trajectory, noting her rare ability to seamlessly weave personal lived experiences with rich cultural, historical, and literary traditions.
Engaging in a thought-provoking dialogue with Singh, Krishnan reflected on the inspiration behind Boundary Commissions and the striking contrast between its politically charged title and the deeply personal love poems contained within. She shared how these verses, composed independently over several years, gradually coalesced alongside her rigorous academic engagement with Sangam literature and classical Tamil traditions.
The dialogue drew evocative parallels between Indian classical music and modern poetry, illuminating how emotional landscapes frequently defy rigid borders. Krishnan articulated how language itself acts as a terrain of memory and identity, offering the audience a rare glimpse into her creative process and the layered meanings embedded in her work. The interactive atmosphere invited attendees to look at love through the dual lenses of timeless heritage and modern sensibility.
Concluding the enriching session, Bhuwania delivered the vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to the speaker, the conversationalist, and the audience for an insightful evening. The session officially drew to a close with the felicitation of Krishnan and Singh by Deependra Rana of ITC Rajputana marking a memorable celebration of poetry and prose.
This session was organized with the support of Siyahi and Hospitality Partner ITC Rajputana
