Being the Change : In the Footsteps of the Mahatma

In the book “Being The Change- In the Footsteps of the Mahatma”, author Ashutosh Salil and Barkha Mathur, through seven stories, explores the change in the social scenario and situations in the region of Vidarbha, inspired by the teachings, motivation, message, and ideology of Mahatma Gandhi. Published on the occasion of the 153rd birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, this book shares the stories of people who have kept the spirit of Satya, Ahimsa, Tyaag, and Hridya Parivartan (Truth, Non-violence, Sacrifice, and Change of heart).I rarely read non-fiction, because they sometimes become factually heavy and overburdened, or because of the impractical practices, fail to grab my attention. But this book was different, as it represented stories of real people, real problems, and real solutions. It was written in such an easy and engaging language, that the stories just flow and make you hooked with them, giving life lessons and motivation.The stories here depict how the development of the country starts from the grassroots level, from the villages and remote areas, and for that, how much sacrifice and struggle is needed. And how, even though it looks challenging, could be achieved and that there is still the need for improvement, of resources and of people who could stimulate it.If you are someone who is looking forward to reading stories on sociology or wants to see how the utopian concept of Gandhian ideology gets picturized in real life, you should check out this book.

𝗕𝗢𝗢𝗞 𝗥𝗘𝗩𝗜𝗘𝗪:This book is about the children of the mother India who dedicated their lives in the service of their motherland. It’s about their early life and how they became one of the soldiers in the movement of freedom of India. Written with the objective of promoting the teachings of our beloved Bapu Mahatma Gandhi and how his teachings are still relevant in the new millenniums. Not only that this book was also written with the objective of telling the stories of the unshouted heroes as well as sheroes in the movement of the freedom of IndiaThe book is well narrated and the language of the book is really easy and beginner friendly. Honestly I love reading history and hearing the stories about my beloved motherland India. To be precise I love hearing the stories which are not in the books of history and honestly this book was a treat to me. I loved how this book was small and it really light read yet so impactful. This book is divided into seven chapters and tells seven different stories about seven heroes and heroes so one can easily finish it in one sitting on the go. The book was really interesting and it portrays the life of and our ancestors and their struggles. A totally recommended one!!𝗠𝗬 𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚: 4.5/5🌟

The book narrates a few stories. Of folks who have dedicated their lives in the service of others. From doctors to teachers to social activists, living in far-flung regions of Maharashtra, away from civilization.The book presents them with beautiful simplicity. It would’ve been perhaps easier to portray them as saints and martyrs. Instead, the book offers an insight into their humanity.People who decided they need to fix things. Why? Because.