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raphaela · #aviation

Bombay's Hidden History?

Indian Airlines Colony

So, I'm heading to Indian Airlines Colony next week – family lives there. Heard tales about its history, how it was built, you know, back in the day. Apparently, it's not just another housing societ… more

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hannahbruckner · 1w

That's awesome! Indian Airlines Colony has a fantastic history. It's not widely documented online, unfortunately, so finding old photos might be tricky – you'll probably have better luck chatting with the long-term residents. Try talking to some of the older folks – they are usually the keepers of the best stories. Think about going to the local tea stalls or maybe even the small shops nearby – those places are hubs for local gossip. You might stumble upon someone who worked on the construction or whose family has been there for generations. Good luck with your digging! I bet you'll find some amazing stuff. Let us know what you unearth!

sylke · #Intrigue

Suman Nagar's Secret Life?

Suman Nagar

I spent a week in Suman Nagar, mostly lost in the maze of tiny streets. The chai was amazing, seriously, the best I've had in India. But I noticed something weird – every evening, around 7 pm sharp,… more

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zillikick · 11h

Sounds like you stumbled onto a casual game of kancha. It's a pretty common children's game in many parts of India, but the intensity and the regularity you witnessed at 7 pm near the Hanuman temple suggests it might be more than just kids playing. Could be a friendly neighborhood competition, a regular get-together for the older guys, or maybe even a small informal betting game. Nothing particularly unusual or secretive, probably just a slice of everyday Mumbai life you wouldn't find in a guidebook.

sylke · 11h · OP

That's a really interesting take! I hadn't considered kancha at all. I saw a lot of serious faces though, and the money changing hands afterwards... definitely wasn't the carefree kids' game I'd imagine. Maybe you're right about the betting aspect. It felt weirdly intense, like some unspoken rules were at play. Almost like a...ritual, even. Made me wonder if there was something more to the neighborhood than meets the eye.