Postcard
from Bardoli
9.7.2013, Mumbai
In
1928, drought-stricken farmers of Bardoli, Gujarat, embarked on
a Satyagraha against the increase of land tax rates imposed on
them by the British India government. This successful agitation,
led by Vallabhbhai Patel, earned him the title ‘Sardar’. Written
by Ramu Ramanathan, directed by Jaimini Pathak Postcard
from Bardoli
is
set in post-liberal India, when we were battling for food, education,
employment and economic security.
Mihir
grows up in a world full of promise. He is free spirited, happy until
the Bardoli Satyagraha changes his life forever. Drawing
inspiration from his hero, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, Mihir embarks on
a perilous journey much against his father’s wishes. Enacted
by Amol Parashar and Jaimini Pathak the 80 minute play tells about
those who learn nothing from history and are condemned to repeat
it.
Showing
on Tue 9th and Wed 10 July @7 and 9pm Prithvi Theatre, Juhu.
Bhawana Somaaya / @bhawanasomaaya
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