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No. 1 Akashganga Lane The First Novel about the Gig Workers of Kolkata
No. 1 Akashganga Lane The First Novel about the Gig Workers of Kolkata
A first in Indian literature, particularly in Bengali, the novel delves into the plight of these workers who are often worse off than factory workers, with limited rights and protections, and are frequently forced to accept poor working conditions.
The multi- layered narrative sheds light on the challenges of gig workers to form friendships or attend social events due to the need to prioritize income.
Stories that unravel, heal