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Arjun Singh Bhati | |
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| Born | Arjun Singh Bhati June 14, 1974 Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, India |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Occupation(s) | Author, Radio Host, Teacher |
| Notable work | Desert Teacher, Around the World with Arjun Singh (radio show) |
| Spouse | Anita Mahecha |
| Children | 1 |
Arjun Singh Bhati (born 14 June 1974) is an Indian author, teacher, and radio host known for his contributions to literature and international radio. His radio show, Around the World with Arjun Singh, was mentioned in The New York Times. His stories, focusing on youth and urban India, have gained him popularity among international audiences, with works like Widowed Aunt published in magazines abroad.
Early Life and Education
[edit]Bhati was born in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, and raised in a traditional Hindu family. His father served as a lecturer in rural schools, while his mother was a housewife. He attended Amar Sahid Sagarmal Gopa Senior Secondary School in Jaisalmer, where he began exploring his interest in writing. His work was first published in a Hong Kong magazine, sparking his passion for storytelling. Bhati completed his postgraduate studies in English literature at Jai Narayan Vyas University in Jodhpur in 1997.
Career
[edit]Author
[edit]Bhati began writing his debut novel, Desert Teacher, while teaching in a rural village. Published in 2015 by Partridge India, the novel is a collection of short stories drawn from his personal experiences and cultural heritage. The stories often explore the balance between tradition and modernization, reflecting Bhati’s perspective as both a rural Thar Desert native and an educated city dweller. He is currently working on a second book titled Tales of Desert Teacher.
Radio Host
[edit]From 2009 to 2021, Bhati hosted the popular international radio show Around the World with Arjun Singh on Robinhood Radio, based in Sharon, Connecticut, USA. The show, which focused on cultural exchange, became widely popular across the tri-state area.
Teaching
[edit]Bhati is a senior English teacher at a secondary school in Jaisalmer. After earning his master’s degree in English literature in 1997, he began his teaching career in a remote village in Jaisalmer.
YouTube
[edit]Bhati’s radio show, Around the World with Arjun Singh, can also be found on YouTube.
Bibliography
[edit]- Novels: Desert Teacher
- Radio Show: Around the World with Arjun Singh
Awards and Recognition
[edit]- Received the Seal of Merit from Barc Prindle, Justice of the Peace, Connecticut.
- Honored with a Seal of Merit from Robinhood Radio.
- Awarded a district honor for outstanding service as a teacher.
Personal Life
[edit]Arjun Singh Bhati married Anita Mahecha in 1999. His short story Honeymoon was inspired by his own married life. They have a son, Gajveer Singh, who is currently studying at KU Leuven University in Brussels.