Dr Maya 'Parijat'

Dr. Maya 'Parijat' is the author of I am a fleeting moment in time: Kathak Guru Shovana Narayan, a biography that explores the life of the renowned Kathak virtuoso Shovana Narayan. The book delves into Narayan's unique journey of balancing two demanding careers—as a senior bureaucrat and a classical dancer—along with her personal life, including her marriage and quiet acts of rebellion that challenged societal norms. Dr. 'Parijat' presents a narrative that celebrates passion, profession, and the philosophy embedded within classical traditions, highlighting Narayan's ability to transcend 'either-or' choices in life.