Nowhere People

Nowhere People by Manoranjan Byapari is a work of fiction that portrays the lives of people surviving in squatter settlements on the margins of society. Set around Jadavpur station, the novel follows individuals whose daily existence is shaped by poverty, displacement and uncertainty. Through the story of rickshaw driver Nobo and those around him, the book explores resilience, compassion and the unexpected bonds that emerge in the most difficult circumstances.

When Nobo discovers an abandoned infant at the station, his life changes in ways he never anticipated. As he takes responsibility for the child, the novel examines how acts of care and humanity can take root even in environments marked by hardship and instability.

About This Book

From the author of There's Gunpowder in the Air and Imaan, this novel shines a light on people whose lives often remain unseen. Its characters include rickshaw drivers, scrap collectors, market workers and others who struggle each day to earn a living while navigating the challenges of displacement and social exclusion.

Against the backdrop of Jadavpur station, Manoranjan Byapari presents a story where survival, friendship and responsibility intersect. Nobo's decision to care for an abandoned baby becomes the emotional centre of the narrative, revealing moments of hope and kindness amid difficult realities.

What You'll Discover

• A novel centred on life in squatter settlements.
• The experiences of people living on society's margins.
• The story of rickshaw driver Nobo and an abandoned infant.
• Themes of displacement, poverty and resilience.
• Relationships shaped by compassion and shared hardship.
• A moving portrait of life around Jadavpur station.

Perfect For

• Readers of literary fiction.
• Fans of Manoranjan Byapari's writing.
• Readers interested in stories about marginalised communities.
• Those who enjoy socially grounded contemporary fiction.

Why You'll Love This Book

Nowhere People is a thoughtful novel that brings overlooked lives into focus through empathetic storytelling and memorable characters. Manoranjan Byapari explores hardship, responsibility and human connection with sensitivity, offering a moving reflection on survival and hope.