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Bhola’s Deserted Bungalow | Folktale of India

A very long, long time ago, there lived a farmer called Bhola. Bhola inherited a huge land of the farm from his maternal grandfather. Bhola was elated on receiving the news. And he decided to visit the place to check out his inheritance. Though Bhola was a farmer, he was quite well-off. This new land was like an icing on a cake for him.  
But who doesn’t like the money? Bhola too went to see it. He couldn’t remember much about the place as he rarely visited his grandfather’s home. He was only five-year-old when he went there last. His friend Surya accompanied him. Surya was jealous of Bhola. He felt Bhola didn’t need this land. As he already had a lot.
Surya felt Bhola should give this land to him as a gift as Surya was poor. But Bhola was in no such mood. Though he supported Surya by giving him money occasionally, he wasn’t that generous to let go of a huge land. Bhola was aware of Surya’s feelings for him. But he ignored it. When they reached there. The caretaker escorted them to bungalow located at one corner of huge land. The bungalow had an eerie feeling. Surya and Bhola were scared. But they had no choice to live there. They decided to leave the following morning. Bhola decided to refurbish the bungalow. After having a lavish dinner, Surya and Bhola strolled in the garden. There Surya spotted a lady in a white sari. Surya started shouting that he saw a ghost. Bhola wouldn’t believe his ears, and he accused Surya of spreading the wrong rumour so that he gives the property to Surya. Surya started crying.
The caretaker then explained to Bhola that there was indeed a ghost who lived in the bungalow. And the ghost was protecting the pot of gold kept in the bungalow. Surya and Bhola started looking for the pot of gold. But Surya didn’t speak to Bhola. Bhola apologized to him, but he didn’t speak. Surya was badly hurt. Surya spotted the pot of gold. Suddenly the ghost in white sari attacked Bhola. Surya ran with the pot of gold. Bhola cursed Surya. Ghost was about to kill Bhola. When Surya came back, he had got the caretaker with him. Surya and caretaker rescued Bhola. Bhola apologized for doubting Surya when he ran away. Surya said that he ran only to bring help.
Surya gave the pot of gold to Bhola. Surya left the bungalow. Just then, the caretaker came running. He stopped Surya and gave him the pot of Gold. Bhola said, ‘Bhola would never give him such a big gift.’
Caretaker laughed and said, ‘It is a gift from your friend Bhola.’Surya took it. The caretaker laughed and said, ‘You both are friends but you both doubt on each other a lot.’
Moral- Never doubt a friend.

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About the writer: Nisha B Thakur is the author of two highly 


appreciated novels- First You Plz & The Blue Jinx. 

Wit as Strong as your Will | Folktale of India

Once upon a time, there lived a king called Hari. Hari and his queen wife Jaya lived happily in their palace. Their kingdom was very prosperous. And Hari was revered a lot by his countrymen. After many years of their marriage, Jaya gave birth to twin girls. King was joyous on the birth of girls. But Jaya was not happy. She was worried about their dynasty. Hari gave his words of wisdom to Jaya and helped her overcome her fears.
‘Our daughters will take our dynasty ahead. They will rule after me,’ said Hari.
They named girls- Kanika and Kali. Girls were different from each other. They always competed with each other. As they knew the capable one would be declared queen. Their competitive attitude became a worry for Jaya. However, Hari had some other plans. He got Kali and Kanika married. They thought this would put an end to their animosity. Instead, they drove their husbands into the race. Like, sisters, even their husbands started competing with the support of their wives.

Hari and Jaya had to do something about it. They asked their daughter and son-in-law to leave the palace and live on their own. Hari declared in the kingdom that no one could help them.
Hardships of life warmed up Kali towards Kanika. They realized the sibling bond. They started caring for each other. Even their husbands started liking each other. Jaya and Hari got them back to the palace. Then came the time when he had to declare the King. Jaya and Hari were worried that again, his daughter would grow apart.
He didn’t wish to spoil this for anyone. He shared his concerns with Jaya. Hari then visited his friend, Tenali. Tenali was known for his sharp wit. Tenali gave Hari a solution.
After reaching his palace, he called his daughters. He asked his daughter Kali if he loved Kanika enough. And he asked Kanika the same question. He asked, ‘Are you willing to make sacrifices for your country?’ Both Kali and Kanika replied in affirmation. Kali and Kanika also accepted that they love their sibling bond. He then divided his kingdom into two. And he gave Kali one side of the land. He gave Kanika the other side of his kingdom.
He said, ‘Make your wit as strong as your will. And with your wit run the kingdom.’
Kali and Kanika happily served their kingdom as Queen. They never disputed with each other. Their will to serve their countrymen was transformed into wit by Tenali’s solution.
Moral- No problem is big enough not to have a solution.
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About the writer: Nisha B Thakur is the author of two highly 

appreciated novels- First You Plz & The Blue Jinx.

Ganga and her Miser Father | Folktale of India

Once upon a time, there lived a girl called Ganga. She lived with her father. Her mother died after a year she was born. She missed her mother a lot. Her father, Gopi, was very miser. He never pampered his daughter. Years passed, and Ganga grew to be a young girl. She was very pretty. She wished her mother was alive. She hated her father’s attitude toward money. He never allowed her to enjoy his wealth. Gopi was a merchant. He only gave Ganga the basic things she needed.

One day Ganga decided to leave the house forever. She wrote a letter to her father and kept it near her mother’s portrait. She left before dawn. Like every morning, Gopi woke up and did his morning ritual. He then went to his wife’s portrait to light lamp. There he saw a letter. He read the letter carefully. He never taught Ganga could be in pain. He started crying.
Wondering how to find his daughter, Gopi walked to his friend’s place. Gopi’s friend consoled him. He suggested sending his son, Soma to find Ganga. Gopi went back to his home. Ganga was waiting for him. Delighted Gopi apologizes to Ganga. Suddenly Ganga turned into a demon. Scared Gopi asked demon about her daughter.  Demon gave her a golden doll that looked like a miniature Ganga. Demon said this is your daughter, Ganga.
Soma had arrived at Gopi house and was hearing the whole conversation. Finding the right opportunity, he killed the demon with a knife. They hoped once the demon was killed golden doll would become Ganga. They hoped killing Demon would undo his spell off Ganga. But the golden doll was still like that. Demon before dying said, ‘This doll will become Ganga only when you love your daughter, otherwise take the golden doll and become a demon.’
Gopi truly loved his daughter, and he started crying. The demon was now dead, and Ganga came alive from the golden doll. He realized his mistake that the demon was his penny-pinching attitude. That made him look at everything like it was made of gold. He never saw the human emotion behind them.
Moral – Never be a miser and enjoy life.
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About the writer: Nisha B Thakur is the author of two highly 

appreciated novels- First You Plz & The Blue Jinx. 

King Dhruva and Courtier | Folktale of India

King Dhruva was a childless King. The worry of the end of his dynasty and his family reign was taking a toll on his health. He spent sleepless nights, tossing over the bed. Fear of old age approaching him gripped him. Queen saw his anxiety. She suggested that he should talk to his courtier, Rama. Rama was known for his loyalty. Unfortunately, Rama was not in the palace. 
He had gone to visit his family in the South. Anxious King mounted his horse and went to the South. Rama was delighted to see his King. And he welcomed him with open arms. King was served delicacies. King shared his problem with Rama. Rama suggested him about adopting a child. This made King very angry. And he left Rama’s house in a rage. Rama too decided to cancel his holiday and reached the palace.
Meanwhile Dhruva discussed Rama’s suggestion with Queen. He expressed his anger. Queen who liked the suggestion could not express it. She didn’t wish to go against King.
Rama arrived the next day. He tried to meet King, but he was not allowed. Rama continued serving his duties. But he was not allowed to meet King. So, Rama decided to meet Queen. Queen expressed her happiness on adopting a child. They decided to make King realize that Rama was not wrong.
Rama dressed as an astrologer arrived at King’s court. Queen welcomed him and asked him to stay in the palace for a few days. Dhruva and Queen served Rama who posed as an astrologer. Rama said he should adopt a child. Dhruva immediately agreed considering it as a word of a wise man.
Then Rama removed his bread. Dhruva realized his mistake. And they adopted a boy child. They raised him to be their future King. Queen and King were very happy and loved him unconditionally. The boy child was named Arya. Arya too loved him the same way. Arya made his family dynasty very proud of his achievements and administration.
Dhruva was very grateful to Rama and his Queen to make him realize his mistake.
Moral – To be happy who don’t need the right solution. You need a hearty solution.

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About the writer: Nisha B Thakur is the author of two highly 

appreciated novels- First You Plz & The Blue Jinx. 

Three Friends | Folktale of India

Once upon a time, there lived three friends who studied in the same gurukul. Raja, Bhola, and Sumeir were inseparable. Raja was the son of King Bahu. He was destined to take-over reigns. Raja was a very dedicated student and was favorite in the gurukul. No one wanted to offend him as he was destined to be King. But Raja was a very humble person and never misused his status. He behaved like an ordinary student. His best friends, Bhola and Sumeir, treated him like one treat their ordinary friends. This thing of Bhola and Sumeir was liked and appreciated by Raja very much. Bhola was a farmer’s son, and he was very passionate about farming. Sumeir was a merchant’s son, and he too wanted to take over his father’s business.
Soon days turned into years. Raja was crowned King. Bhola became a farmer like his father, and Sumeir became a merchant. All were enjoying their work and success too. Bhola’s farms stretched more than his father. Sumeir’s father traded in gold while he started trading in a diamond. He built a huge bungalow for himself. Three friends never took the support of each other and met very rarely. They never expected to work together and were happy in their world. Raja too never gave them any favor as he thought it might hurt their dignity and self-worth.
Raja missed them terribly. But he understood that his first duty was towards his kingdom. He never got a chance to go to Bhola’s hut or Sumeir bungalow. One day he thought that if he cannot go and meet them, he can call them over the palace. Raja invited his friends. Bhola was elated receiving an invite. He mounted his horse and went to Sumeir’s bungalow. Sumeir too has received the invite. Unlike Bhola, Sumeir was very skeptical about accepting the invite. Bhola wanted to know what is holding him back.
He replied, ‘Being friends with a king can have serious consequences. Their enemies can harm us too.’
Bhola being a simple person, took Sumeir’s words as true. They made an excuse and didn’t go to meet Raja. Raja was upset. After a few years, he again sent an invite to both his friends. Again, they made an excuse.
After few months Bhola fixed his sister’s marriage. He invited Sumeir, but he didn’t invite Raja. Raja was hurt when he came to know about it. However, he decided to attend the wedding. Bhola was very happy to see him. He apologized Raja for his behavior, and Sumeir too accepted his fault. Raja assured them his friendship would never cause them harm. Bhola and Sumeir too assured him that -even if his friendship caused them harm, they would not complain, for the sake of their country. Raja was very happy. Three friends overcame their difference and enjoyed the wedding.
Moral – Always cherish your friends and their friendship.

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About the writer: Nisha B Thakur is the author of two highly 


appreciated novels- First You Plz & The Blue Jinx. 

Princess Indrani and Farmer | Folktale of India

Princess Indrani was the only daughter of King Arya. King Arya raised his daughter Indrani very lovingly. He pampered her a lot. Being the only daughter of the King, her every demand was fulfilled. But Princess Indrani was very prudent. She valued her father’s affection and never misused her power. When she grew 20-year-old, she met Surya, a farmer. She fell deeply in love with farmer Surya. Surya belonged to a very humble background. Princess Indrani was ready to leave the palace to be Surya’s wife.
Soon they both decided to get married. Surya and Indrani both met King Arya to seek permission for the marriage. King Arya was very happy for his daughter. He asked Surya to stay in the palace after marriage. Surya was orphan, and he happily agreed.
King Arya arranged for a lavish ceremony. Royals of far and near kingdoms were invited. King Bala was too invited. He was a very close friend of King Arya.
‘My friend you are making a big mistake by marrying your daughter to that poor farmer,’ said King Bala.
‘But they will stay will me after marriage and one day I will make him King,’ said King Arya.
‘That day he will kill you and your daughter,’ said King Bala.King Bala’s words made King Arya repent his decision. But all the arrangements had been made and if he canceled the wedding who will marry Princess Indrani.
King Bala offered his son, Prince Arjun’s proposal to marry Princess. King Arya declared to arrest Surya and put him in jail. Princess Indrani was shocked to learn about her father’s behavior. Days passed, and Surya suffered in jail. Unaware how long he would live there. Surya wondered where Princess Indrani was. One day he got a chance to run away from the jail. Surya changed his looks completely and grew thick bread. He learned about Princess Indrani’s marriage with Prince Arjun. His heart was filled with rage and sadness. He decided to meet Princess Indrani and went to their Kingdom. He decided to kill Prince Arjun.
King Arya too was at Prince Arjun’s kingdom was unaware of Surya’s successful attempt to run from prison. King Arya’s minister reached to give him the news. He was very angry at learning the news.
Worried about Prince Arjun’s wellbeing, he decided to be his guard. He stayed beside him all day. Fear of Surya taking away Arjun’s life gripped him. When Surya reached the palace. Sneaking he went to meet Prince Arjun, and he informed him that his life was in danger. Surya told him about a group of goons coming to attack him. King Arya attacked Surya. But Arjun asked Arya to leave Surya.
Arjun understood that Surya was here to protect him. After a while, Arjun’s minister informed him that Surya’s news was right. King Arya begged Surya for his forgiveness. Surya forgave him and wished Arjun and Princess Indrani good luck in their marriage. Arjun laughed, ‘I am not married to Indrani. I married her cousin, Princess Damyanti.’

Surya was surprised hearing these words. Indrani came running to meet him; her wait turned into a beautiful reward.King Arya happily got Princess Indrani and Surya married. Arjun arranged for their marriage.
Moral – Waiting with patience is always worthwhile.
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About the writer: Nisha B Thakur is the author of two highly 

appreciated novels- First You Plz & The Blue Jinx. 

The Power of Criticism | Folktale of India

Once upon a time, there lived a goldsmith named Ramanlal. His loved his work.
He was very hard working and very passionate about his craft. He had many clients belonging to affluent families. He learned his craft from his father. As this was his family business, he put his soul into it. People from far off villages too came to him. Usually, ladies would come and would pick jewelry designs from his catalog. His catalog consisted of sketch designs made by him. Ladies would happily pick one from them and purchase. But there was one girl named Lalita who gave him a very hard time. Lalita was the only daughter of a very rich merchant. Though she stayed five villages away from Ramalal’s village. She used to travel and come to meet him.

After seeing the catalog, she used to criticize the design. And give suggestions to improve it.
This attitude of hers often fumed Ramalal. But he had no choice but to listen. As his father thought him to be patient with the clients. One day Ramalal felt that Lalita had offended him beyond his level of patience. 
She got him a jewelry design sketch of her own.‘Your designs are too old,’ said Lalita handing him a sketch.‘Why don’t you get it made from where you got this design,’ irritate Ramanlal replied.
‘This is my design and I feel no one can take up the challenge to make it,’ she said.
Ramanlal could feel the challenge in her words. Keeping his anger aside he accepted the challenge. And promised her to give the jewelry in some days.
Ramanlal put his best craftsmen in the job and they created good design.
Lalita didn’t express any happiness over the design, she simply paid and left.
Soon this became a habit for Lalita to give Ramalal her design. Her designs were so challenging that Ramanlal learned a lot from it. He started enjoying it.
After a few days, he started looking forward to receiving Lalita with her new design.
‘Sir, why are you putting so much hard work to make that lady happy?’ asked a craftsman.
Ramalal said that it is not about making Lalita happy. It is was him learning new things. I don’t care if my designs will ever make her satisfied. But I am learning new things.

From that day none of his craftsmen expected gratitude or appreciation from Lalita. They just enjoyed her challenges.They all learned a fact that your critique is your biggest teacher.
Moral- Keep learning new things and never be outdated.

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About the writer: Nisha B Thakur is the author of two highly 


appreciated novels- First You Plz & The Blue Jinx. 

A Plant of Prosperity | Bedtime Stories for Kids

A long, long time ago, there lived a wealthy merchant named Kumara. He lived in his huge bungalow with his wife, Jayanti, and son, Amrit. Kumara was very proud of his rich status. As he had worked really hard to achieve it.
Many years ago, he led a miserably poor life. His parents were barely managed to get food for the day. But Kumara was very ambitious and toiled day and night. Luck favored him, and soon he became a wealthy merchant of the town. He lost his parents before he struck the fortune. And he deeply regretted that he was not able to give a comfortable life to them.
His wife, Jayanti, was a humble girl. She loved taking care of her family. Kumara never respected her. He always boasted of his income and about the comfortable life he was giving to her. Jayanti never disrespected him. She only focused on her house.
Kumara was busy with his business. Amrit was busy with studies. They both left home in the morning and had a very busy day. This left Jayanti with a lot of time at her disposal. She started growing plants around her house.
Soon she had a huge garden, full of beautiful flowers. This kept her busy in the day. She was very happy. Amrit liked her mother’s garden and motivated her to grow more.
The fragrance of the flowers made their house very magical. Soon in the village, their house was recognized as a fragrant house. 
When Kumara came to know about the new name of the house, he ridiculed Jayanti, ‘Poor woman she has nothing much to do.’
One day Kumara’s friend came home. He was astonished to see beautiful flowers. He offered Jayanti to sell flowers to him; she can earn good money. Jayanti disagreed. But Amrit motivated her mother to take up the opportunity, and she said yes.
The day Jayanti received a small amount of money. She was very happy. But Kumara made fun of her, ‘Woman can earn only from small home business.’
Jayanti didn’t mind his words. She concentrated on her work.
One day Minister of the kingdom came to meet Kumara. He said that the Queen wished to come to their home for business. Kumara was happy he thought queen wanted to do business with him. Another day Queen of the kingdom arrived at their bungalow. She said she was here to meet Jayanti. She had heard a lot about the fragrant house, and she wanted to visit it. She wished to do business with Jayanti. Finally, Jayanti got an opportunity which grew her income more than Kumara.
Kumara, who thought Queen was here to meet him, was enraged. But he had no choice, and from that day she stopped making fun of Jayanti.
Moral - Small beginnings of honest efforts can help in creating 

big success.

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About the writer: Nisha B Thakur is the author of two highly 

appreciated novels- First You Plz & The Blue Jinx. 

The Clever Thief, Raju | Folktale of India

Once upon a time, there lived a shrewd thief named Raju. Raju lived in the kingdom of Krishnarajya. He hated its ruler King Arjun. Raju blamed Arjun for him being a thief.
A few years ago, when Raju was looking for a job, he reached the palace. But Arjun’s guards didn’t allow Raju to enter the palace. He was thrown out mercilessly. This filled immense hatred in him. He decided to teach Arjun lesson.
He became a thief, who robbed valuables from Arjun’s ministers and other rich people. However, Arjun was determined to find the thief. Unaware that the thief was Raju. 

Each night Raju wore black attire and robbed. Arjun failed to catch him, and this bothered him a lot. He spent the nighttossing in his bed, wondering where would next robbery take place. Raju enjoyed Arjun’s anxiety more than his victory.
One night he decided to rob a bungalow at the far end of the town. As usual, he stepped out in his black attire and reached there. He entered the bungalow and saw a very beautiful girl sleeping in her bed. He fell in love with her. He walked out of the bungalow without finishing his job. The wholenight he stayed awake thinking about that girl.
Next morning, he went to the bungalow with his uncle. Beautiful girl, Nama opened the door and called her mother. Nama and her mother lived there alone. Raju offered to marry her Nama. Mother agreed to get them married, but Raju was asked to live with them after marriage.
Raju was an orphan, so he agreed to live with them. Their marriage was a lavish function. Nama’s mother was very rich. Raju started living a beautiful life. Nama’s mother wanted Raju to help her in business. Raju worked hard. He decided to live life peacefully. He liked working hard for Nama. He gifted her many things, pampered her. Nama’s mother was very happy seeing this. Raju took care of Nama’s mother too. Orphan Raju liked being with his family. But Arjun’s determination to catch the thief bothered him. The fear of losing Nama gripped him.
He decided to take control of it. He went to meet Arjun. Nama’s mother rich influence helped him to meetArjun. He said Arjun, ‘My lord; I can help you catch the thief.’
Arjun accepted his help. Raju knew how a thief thinks, and he helped Arjun in catching many notorious criminals. After a few years, the robberyrate in the kingdom was almost zero. Arjun was proud of Raju.
No one knew that the biggest thief was indeed Raju. Raju lived happily with Nama.
Moral- If you are determined to walk on the path of righteousness, even God will help you.
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About the writer: Nisha B Thakur is the author of two highly 

appreciated novels- First You Plz & The Blue Jinx.

The Rich Bride. The Poor Bride | Bedtime Stories for Kids

Once upon a time, there lived a rich merchant called Soma. Soma lost his parents at a very young age. He had no one left in his family. He lived alone in his ancestral bungalow. He had a very loyal servant named Bhima. 

They were both of the same age. Bhima was a good cook and took care of Soma like his younger brother. While Soma was very arrogant and thought people care for him because of his financial status. His relatives tried to be cordial with him. But Soma arrogantly kept them away. At weddings,he would show off his wealth by gifting expensive items and then brag about it. This behaviour of Soma irked his friends and relatives. After a few years, no one expected anything from him, and he had only one person with him- Bhima.

One day an old man came to Soma's house. Soma gladly received him; he remembered the old man as his father's best friend. Soma served him lavish food. The old man was not as rich as Soma. He came from a very humble background. He reminded Soma of his father's wish to marry his daughter. Soma offered him to stay for one night at his bungalow. The old man accepted the offer to stay for one night.

Next morning, Soma rejected the old man's daughter. He said, 'Sorry, uncle, but there is a huge status difference.'

The old man was extremely heartbroken with his decision. He immediately left for his home. While the old man was boarding the cart, Bhima offered his hand to marry the daughter. The old man was very happy as Bhima was a very hard working and kind man. Marriage date was fixed.

After a few days of marriage, Bhima got his wife home. He got his bride to meet Soma. Soma was happy for Bhima. Inspired Soma also fixed his marriage with the daughter of a wealthy man. When he saw Bhima happy with a bride from a humble background, he started thinking…

Will my bride from a rich family keep me happy!

He regretted his decision of regretting a poor bride. He discussed his dilemma with Bhima. Bhima and Soma were of the same age. So, in spite of Bhima being his servant, he shared many things with him. Bhima heard his concerns and gave Soma idea of calling off his marriage. 

Next day, Soma went to his would-be bride's home. Soma was welcomed with great affection. Bhima revealed that he could not marry as he was soon to be broke. Bride's father Tiwari immediately cancelled the marriage.

Bhima and Soma happily returned home.
Next morning Soma was surprised to see Tiwari with his daughter at his bungalow. Tiwari said his daughter was adamant in marrying Soma.

Bhima revealed that he purposely suggested Soma cancel his marriage as he wanted to show him that the brides can be good or bad respective of their background. Bhima made Soma realized that he should stop being judgemental.
Moral - Never judge a book by its cover.
Happy reading!


About the writer: Nisha B Thakur is the author of two highly 

appreciated novels- First You Plz & The Blue Jinx.