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2. Dispatches From Kochi: Dhal Roti

The Indian Ocean is a collection of stories about daily life in places around the Indian Ocean Rim. Dispatches From Kochi is the first instalment – a collection of stories from Kochi in Kerala, India. Written by Robert Wood, this series brings to light the texture and tone of everyday life in this small port town.

 

Dhal Roti looks at the demonetisation crisis in India through the lens of a local restaurant.

Voice: Zoe Hollyoak

Music: www.bensound.com

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Copyright © 2017 Robert Wood

This story and corresponding images have been licensed to the Centre for Stories by the Storyteller. For reproduction and distribution of this story/image please contact the Centre for Stories.

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