
Unlike Delhi, Patna can have strangers come up to you and go on about shared life histories
Published on: Sept. 6, 2025, 11 p.m. | Source: The Economic Times
During a Patna visit, the author's daughter observes the city's interconnectedness, contrasting it with Gurgaon's anonymity. The author reflects on his Patna upbringing, marked by both community and a desire for independence. Seeking literary success, he moved to Delhi, only to find Patna's connections still present in the literary world, leading to his daughter's playful 'nepo-kid' remark.