Enroute Indian History Podcast

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Enroute Indian History, a women-led heritage organisation founded by Anoushka Jain. The organisation is changing how India experiences history. The season 2 of the podcast is out! In this season we explore Tawaifs and Kotha culture of undivided India. The series in association with Netflix and Podone explores character arcs of the tawaifs and courtesans of India.

  1. India's Hogwarts : Mayong Village

    05/17/2025

    India's Hogwarts : Mayong Village

    Tucked away on the banks of the Brahmaputra River lies a village shrouded in mystery and folklore — Mayong, often called the "Land of Black Magic" in India. For centuries, tales of sorcery, shape-shifting, disappearing acts, and ancient tantric rituals have echoed through this sleepy Assamese village. From healing with mantras to controlling wild beasts through whispers, Mayong's legends blur the line between myth and reality.

    5 min
  2. World's highest railway bridge : Chenab Bridge

    05/04/2025

    World's highest railway bridge : Chenab Bridge

    Towering above the clouds and carved into the rugged landscape of Jammu & Kashmir, the Chenab Bridge is more than just an engineering marvel—it's a symbol of India's ambition and resilience. In this episode, we journey into the heart of the Himalayas to uncover the story behind the world’s highest railway bridge. From the challenges faced by engineers and workers to the cultural and strategic significance of the project, India Unscripted brings you a behind-the-scenes look at how vision, grit, and innovation converged to make history. Join us as we unravel the untold stories that connect steel, soul, and sovereignty across the mighty Chenab.

    5 min
  3. Temple of Rats - Karni Mata Mandir

    11/14/2024

    Temple of Rats - Karni Mata Mandir

    Have you ever visited the temple of rats? Hidden in Rajasthan the Karni Mata Mandir is know to have thousands of rats that eat prasad and are considered divine. Devotees throng the temple and consider sighting a white rat as auspicious! So why do devotees pray to Karni Mata and why are there so many rats?

    9 min
  4. The Village With No Doors : Shani Shingnagpur

    10/06/2024

    The Village With No Doors : Shani Shingnagpur

    A vilage in Maharashtra has no doors. The villagers believe Lord shani, the god of Saturn protects them. The bank which opened in 2015 has no locks either. But is it all true? Does the deity really protect them and are there no crimes? Or they are just not reported? Listen to this episode to know more!

    5 min
  5. Alamzeb : Immortal In Love

    09/12/2024

    Alamzeb : Immortal In Love

    Alamzeb the innocent daughter of a tawaif. She wants to be a poetess and falls madly in love with a nobleman named Tajdar. Life snatches her innocence and trust on people when the twist of fate makes her become one thing she never wanted : a tawaif.

    8 min
  6. Fareedan : The Modern Tawaif

    07/28/2024

    Fareedan : The Modern Tawaif

    Fareedan is a modern tawaif who socialises with the British and welcomes change, such as getting herself clicked with a camera. She is a worthy opponent and is never broken or shattered when defeated, but knows how to handle situations gracefully. This episode takes a deep dive into Fareedan’s character and why women even when they are against each other never cross an invisible line.

    12 min
  7. Malikajaan : Huzoor of the kotha

    07/01/2024

    Malikajaan : Huzoor of the kotha

    Malikajaan is the huzoor, the absolute matriarch of the kotha. She is dominating and fierce and knows how to use people as pawns. The entire ecosystem of Heeramandi is around her and is connected to her. The episode explores what it takes to be a matriarch and a chairman in a kotha and why she needed to rule with an iron fist.

    14 min
  8. Lajjo : Broken in Love

    06/17/2024

    Lajjo : Broken in Love

    Lajjo is one of the most heartbreaking characters of the Netflix show Heeramandi. The character arc of Lajjo is beautifully played by Richa Chadha as she essays the role of a courtesan madly in love with her patron who does not love her back. Hear as we talk about what and why Lajjo is so much hopeful in love!

    40 min
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Enroute Indian History, a women-led heritage organisation founded by Anoushka Jain. The organisation is changing how India experiences history. The season 2 of the podcast is out! In this season we explore Tawaifs and Kotha culture of undivided India. The series in association with Netflix and Podone explores character arcs of the tawaifs and courtesans of India.

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