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You laugh a lot.
I do and I think it is important to have a sense of humor and absurdity, especially in India. I remember, I was trying to get into the inner sanctum in Jagannath temple in Puri. They would not allow me despite pleadings because I was not a pure Hindu. I tried for three days. Then I suddenly saw the idol being carried out for immersion. I had my darshan but I could not see the same idol inside the temple (laughs).
Do you belong to any religion?
No, though I am drawn to Buddhism and Hinduism. I go to churches, mosques, gurdwaras and mandirs. There are times I meditate and on other occasions, I join prayer meetings. I suppose I am a true Indian. I belong to everyone.
**You have had several book readings. What is the most interesting question people have asked you? **
Always, it’s what it is that I like about India.
I can spend hours on that one. In sum, India has everything.
If you can’t find it there, it doesn’t exist. You may get hot, sick and lost in India, but bored? Never. Unless, you’re one of those people who didn’t have a good time in your past life.
Do you believe in reincarnation?
Absolutely. Otherwise, how can I explain how I fell in love with India and my incredible love and attachment for India? I was 13 when I visited India for the first time more than 30 years ago. When the plane started circling over Delhi, my heart was pounding. I felt I’d finally come home. Hard to explain in rational terms
