About
Amreekandesi is all about India, and Indians. Indians in India. Indians abroad. Things Indians do. Things Indians don’t do. Things that impress Indians. And things that piss off Indians.
I spent most of my life in India before moving to the US in pursuit of my American dream. My stint lasted about half a decade before I packed up my bags to move back home.
The American dream may be nice, but no thanks. I am happy with my Indian dream.
America was a wonderful experience. It opened up my eyes to a whole new world, a world where different societies and cultures come together and (mostly) live in harmony. The realization of the realities of life abroad. The awesomeness of living in a developed country. The yearly India trips that took up my entire annual quota of vacations in one shot. Random people smiling at you on the street. The stone faced suspicious immigration officers at airports.
But home is where the heart is, and after all those years i am finally back home. Another addition to that reverse brain drain statistic.
As of October 2009, I have been in India just over three months, and still trying to understand this new India. A new India that is so very different from the simple country I used to know.
This blog came about as an attempt to share my experiences and observations. There’s some short stories, some writeups on various aspects of life as an immigrant, some on the return to India experience, some on current affairs, some rants, and some raves.
Check out 25 random things about amreekandesi. My Youtube page has some assorted videos that you may also want to check out.
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Email me at contact at amreekandesi dot com.
Welcome, and happy reading!!!
September 26th, 2007 at 7:36 am
You seem to have a nice blog going. Keep it up!
I’ve just returned from a hiatus myself; gimme some time to get more acquainted with your blog. I notice you’ve added me to your blogroll – thanks a lot!
September 27th, 2007 at 12:25 am
Thanks for the appreciation Mahendra! It certainly helps to hear some good words
October 7th, 2007 at 11:15 am
You really seem a very sweet person Amreekandesi! I should have checked out your about page before. You seem to love life and I am sure you are going to have a wonderful one…in fact, are having one.
October 7th, 2007 at 12:02 pm
wow…thats just so kind of you Nita. Thanks!
October 9th, 2007 at 2:27 am
Added you to my blogroll…
Thanks Mahendra! – AD
November 3rd, 2007 at 9:04 am
hi….amreekan yr blog s really great…keep it up
Thanks Anu! Thats kind of you
– AD
November 23rd, 2007 at 3:30 am
Found my way here through Nita’s blog. I need to keep an eye on your writing. It’s quite addictive.
Thanks Ruhi! And welcome to my blog
March 4th, 2008 at 7:38 pm
June 15th, 2008 at 12:01 am
Very nice layout and content! Thanks for stopping by my blog!
June 24th, 2008 at 8:24 am
Hi, I have started this blog, http://www.indiawakeup.com/ Would you like to be an author there or would like to feature any of your posts there? If you would like, let me know…
June 29th, 2008 at 12:09 am
just a test comment…
June 29th, 2008 at 12:30 am
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July 13th, 2008 at 10:52 am
very nice blog. I notice I’m on ur blog roll! Thanks
Will add u too 
Blog on!
July 20th, 2008 at 9:45 pm
Nice pictures in the left hand frame!
July 21st, 2008 at 12:00 am
September 14th, 2008 at 11:33 am
Awesome blog. I’ll look out for new posts soon!
October 12th, 2008 at 12:22 am
where are u man? Hope u r fine!
November 7th, 2008 at 1:18 am
Thanks Shivya and Reema. Please do keep visiting…i am once again in blogging mode
November 14th, 2008 at 11:42 pm
If you are a bollywood fan, you would enjoy
http://www.bollyscoops.com
November 30th, 2008 at 4:45 pm
koolie kool kool! nice way to word up ur blog dude!
chk out mine at http://a4arvind.wordpress.com
December 7th, 2008 at 11:13 pm
Hi Amreekandesi,
You have a great blog going, and I’ve added you on my blog roll.
Thanks for dropping by to say hello on my blog
ps: Btw, I have just started my blog with Wordpress and would reflect more of my Chatterbox enthusiasm into it soon, not to worry
February 6th, 2009 at 6:43 am
Reached here from Nita’s blog
nice blog friend, all the best
February 8th, 2009 at 10:47 am
dude … ur header rocks …and ur theme is awesome ..
keep writing ..we will keep reading
February 13th, 2009 at 1:07 pm
You have been tagged :
http://remabh.wordpress.com/2009/02/13/19-19/
February 15th, 2009 at 2:35 am
@Vivek – Thanks! Welcome to Amreekandesi, and look forward to seeing you around here
@Arvind – Welcome to Amreekandesi! Your compliments made my day!
@Remya – Thanks for the tag. Will get down to it soon.
February 22nd, 2009 at 5:24 am
Thanks for dropping by and leading me here!Loved your site..:)
February 25th, 2009 at 2:14 am
@Indyeah – Thanks and welcome to Amreekandesi! Look forward to seeing you around here soon
March 4th, 2009 at 12:42 pm
Hi Dost,
I share your passion and love for the great nation ‘Bharat’.
I take the pleasure to include you in my list of must read. Keep up doing good work.
Regards,
PI.
March 4th, 2009 at 7:51 pm
@Prudent Indian – Welcome to Amreekandesi!
I too came across your blog recently, and have been an avid follower ever since! Thanks a lot for the link on your blog
March 31st, 2009 at 9:59 pm
I’ve corrected and updated the link to your blog on my blogroll now. Keep writing the good stuff!
April 2nd, 2009 at 10:49 am
Thanks Mahendra! Its good to see you writing again.
May 5th, 2009 at 9:55 pm
I am a Filipino but your blog has never failed to captivate me, although being an Indian and being a Filipino are entirely tow different things.
May 5th, 2009 at 9:58 pm
Erratum: two different things
May 5th, 2009 at 10:14 pm
@Den – Thanks. That’s very flattering to hear, and the sort of thing that keeps me going!
June 2nd, 2009 at 8:11 am
Hello,
I am a Photo Editor working on a children’s book. My editor would like to use your holi photo
(found at http://amreekandesi.wordpress.com/2007/10/10/happy-holi/)
so please would you send me an email and I’ll email you a full request. Thank you very much.
September 14th, 2009 at 3:51 am
I tried finding your contact email. Couldn’t. Contact me, it’s about your interview.
October 13th, 2009 at 4:56 am
What an awesome blog! Reminds me of so many good and not so good memories. I feel India closer to me know
Thanks!
February 2nd, 2010 at 12:47 am
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February 24th, 2010 at 12:18 pm
Hello,
I am creating an online news site and small free newsletter that will be going out to people in high traffic areas. However, the difference is that my paper and website is focusing on not just reporters but regular people writing articles as well.
Whoever is first on the scene or has an experience to share or even an opinion is welcome to post something on our website. The newsletter, however, will publish only the most interesting and relevant content.
I am writing to ask if you would like to contribute at all by perhaps writing articles or allowing us to use your articles(with a byline of course and a link to contact you). It is a great opportunity for your writing to be seen by another part of the world and be read by them. You can also use it as a platform to speak about other things you are involved in and would like to get the word out about it.
We accept any photos or videos as well. There is no limit on what anyone can write about and no minimum size. We accept any article about anything from politics to religion or from sports to business. Anything at all would be really appreciated even if you just have comments. If you have any questions please let me know and I look forward to hearing from you.
Thank you and have a great day,
Alex