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87-Year-Old Author Still Writes 6 Hours Daily
3 Aug
Summary
- Surender Mohan Pathak, 87, continues to write for six hours daily.
- His latest novel, 'Kahira Connection', was released last month.
- Pathak has written 322 books and managed hearing loss.
Surender Mohan Pathak, an 87-year-old author, continues his prolific writing career, dedicating six hours each day to crafting new stories. His latest novel, "Kahira Connection," was released last month, marking his 322nd published work. Pathak, who has managed significant hearing loss, compares his writing to a carpenter making chairs, emphasizing his dedication to his business.
Pathak's journey began with humble beginnings after Partition, finding inspiration in crime writers. He started publishing in 1959 and his debut novel, "Purane Gunah Naye Gunahgar," was released in 1963. His most famous creation, the anti-hero Vimal, stars in 48 novels, with "Painsath Lakh Ki Dakaity" being a notable work. Pathak's stories, once a staple in railway bookstalls, now inspire modern adaptations, including an OTT series.
