Unleash Your Inner Avatar  (Paperback, Ramya Vaidhyanathan)

A heart-wrenching tale of grit, determination, and perseverance set against the backdrop of Vidarbha farmers in Maharashtra! Baburao and his family own a 5-acre land and grow cotton. They find themselves in a spiraling debt trap with the advent of BT cotton seeds. Baburao finds himself in dire circumstances due to rising debt. Frustrated by his inability to come out of debt and faced with the inevitable option of losing his land, he commits suicide. The story traces the life of his son Aakash, who stands like a phoenix against all odds. Aakash bravely faces the vagaries of life and turns their lives around. In his quest for happiness, Aakash finds his purpose in life. The effervescent, joyful state was not a one-stop destination. It was the journey. He knew he had to be happy now. Abject poverty strengthened his resolve to complete his education at all costs. He dreams of becoming an IAS officer. The story traces his journey from birth till he decides to appear for UPSC exams. Does he succeed in becoming an IAS officer? Does he find love? Does he become successful in spreading happiness? Does he succeed in bringing a better quality of life to the farmers?