ಮೆರವಣಿಗೆ (ಕಾದಂಬರಿ)

Why do religious processions in our country lead to various conflicts? Why do they lead to violence? What gets into these processions?... Why do they proceed under the shadow of fear instead of being joyful? What is the true nature of processions? Who sharpens them?... This is a novel that initially perceives neutrally, adopting a cautious stance by giving the message, 'Beware, listen to the next cry'... This subject appears for the first time in Marathi literature. + + + The author, Uttam Kamble, is the chief editor of the Marathi newspaper 'Sakal' group. He has created many works – poetry, stories, novels, and philosophical writings. He has made significant contributions to the fields of literature, art, and culture. He has been honored by the Maharashtra and Karnataka governments for his life achievements. Born on May 31, 1956, into a farming family, he was the president of the 84th All India Marathi Literary Conference. Many of his works have been translated into Kannada and other Indian languages. + + + The translator of the work is Chandrakant Pokale, who holds a postgraduate degree from Dharwad University. He served as a Kannada professor and principal for 35 years. As a translator, he has received the Kuvempu Bhasha Bharati Award and the Karnataka Sahitya Academy Award.