Stargazing cook to cosmic mentor

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By Roshne Balasubramanian

05/01/2024

About five years ago, following the footsteps of many from his village, Dharmadev embarked on a journey to Tamil Nadu to support his family back home.

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“I didn’t harbour any grand dreams or aspirations to carve my name with lofty ambitions. I simply wanted to come to Tamil Nadu, work, and provide for my family,” says Singh.

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“The campsite, known for being a great place for astro and night photography, attracts many photographers from across the country. There is a lot of knowledge sharing that happens.”

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Without a telescope, showcasing celestial objects isn’t easy. However, he improvises by using his smartphone to capture photographs of the night sky and educate those in his village.

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“A lot of people in the village own smartphones, but use them for watching videos. I have adjusted the camera settings for many, and now, they engage in night photography!”

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Singh is now deeply ingrained in Tamil culture, enjoying comedy tracks from Tamil movies, particularly those featuring comedian Vadivelu. “My younger son also loves his comedy.”

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Taking the timeless advice to “dream for the stars,” Singh gazes at the sky, reminiscent of his childhood when stars twinkled in a celestial dance.

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