THE PHANTOM EXPRESSBy Sahitya Mukherjee When Shakya arrived at Bandel Junction, it was already too late. The minute hand of the clock betrayed him; it was already thirty minutes past midnight. Shakya worked as an accountant in a shopping mall. The Puja Week was approaching, and this year's Durga Puja had been recognized as a World Heritage site. Moreover, COVID had recently bid farewell to the people, resulting in a huge craze for shopping. Everywhere, there was a rush to complete decorations before the arrival of "Maa." Shakya found himself deeply engaged in work, especially since their shopping mall was thriving, requiring