Tang Nazar (तंग नज़र) by Mahendra Bhishm

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This week on Naatak Radio presenting Mahendra Bhishm's TANG NAZAR. 

The legend goes that when Lord Rama was sent to the forest, his entire kingdom followed him. He told them, "Men and Women, please wipe your tears away and go back." They left, but a group of people stayed behind, at the edge of the forest because they were neither men nor women. 

The "Kinnars" or "Hijras", who include the transgender and intersex people, have a special place in the society. They dance at weddings or come uninvited to give blessings, but are also one of the most most abused in the society. Tang Nazar is one such story written as a first person narrative. She returns to her village after 20 long years, thinking things might have changed for the better, but some things just never change. 

Performed by Anitha Dixit. 
Background Music: "INNER SOUL, Main Artist: Spiritual Fitness Music, Contained in the album: Yoga and Meditation World Grooves Vol.1 - Yoga Fitness Chillout Lounge Collection"

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