LUCKNOW, March 21 -- The fictional world of Raag Darbari came to life on Thursday at Indira Gandhi Pratishthan, transporting visitors to the satirical world of Shrilal Shukla's iconic 1968 novel.

The event recreated Shivpalganj, the village central to the story, along with its memorable characters, including Rangnath, the research scholar who arrives there. Scenes that had existed only in the book were vividly brought to life, captivating one and all.

From the Shivpalganj police station and Gram Panchayat Bhawan to the cooperative bank, school and the ever-intriguing Vaidya Ji's setup, every detail was meticulously created. A police station even featured an officer with detainees, adding to the fascinating experience.

Motiram Atta Chaw...