This week chatting with Daneesh Majid, author of "The Hyderabadis 1947 To The Present Day" longlisted for the “New Indian Express” Group’s Ramnath Goenka Sahithya Samman Award in the Best Debut Category. We discussed the hyderabadi identity, the gulf spring, razakars and their portrayal in media, the recent anti-Marwari protest, demise of Urdu and everything in between. Whether you’re interested in Hyderabad’s history, Urdu literature, South Asian politics, or cultural identity, this conversation will give you a fresh perspective.Timestamps:00:00 - intro01:32 - who is a hyderabadi?06:40 - exploring bias as a writer11:29 - thoughts on making a revised edition as new stories pop up 16:59 - thoughts on razakars and their portrayal in media and art23:05 - the demise of Urdu, reflections on teaching Urdu script29:30 - nenu telugu, vadu muslim32:30 - Hyderabad-Pakistan connection post 194743:20 - dissecting "The Gulf Returnee" identity and migration stories52:43 - rise of the "Marwari Go Back" movement 55:01 - is pursuing media/journalism lucrative in 2025?01:08:13 - PRESPECTIVEDaneesh MajidWebsite Book (The Hyderabadis)Latest Article (Marwari Go Back) Note: The views expressed by our guest do not necessarily reflect the views of LET'S WALK or it's host(s)Thanks for listening!

Ver todos los episodios