India, Sept. 28 -- There is something about the Gita that is unmatched. It is a book that has been reviewed, interpreted, and written treaties on numerous times; still, there is something that comes to the fore every time anyone attempts it with passion. It is so layered that it can mean different things to different people at the same time.

Aakriti Bansal's debut book, Gita on the Go, published by Rupa Publications in September 2025, offers a contemporary reimagining of the timeless wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita. Through eleven evocative stories, Bansal brings the ancient teachings into the context of modern life's challenges, making them accessible and relatable.

The book is structured around the lives of eleven characters, each grappli...