Om Mandli

Om Mandli explores the early origins of the Brahma Kumaris movement, focusing on the life of Sindhi diamond merchant Lekhraj Kripalani in 1930s Calcutta, who experiences a profound spiritual awakening that challenges his worldly existence. The narrative follows the formation of a community around him, their growth, and the legal challenges they face. Written as historical fiction, the story sheds light on untold aspects of the movement’s foundational years, drawing on primary sources from the British Library.