In "Postmortem," Episode One, the narrative explores the dual meaning of the term "postmortem"—both the examination of a deceased body and the analysis of an event to understand its failures. The story centers on Upen Bakshi, who finds himself in a dire situation after the tragic deaths of his wife, Kusum, and their two daughters. He is in police custody, accused of their murders, while his family believes he is guilty. As Upen waits anxiously for the postmortem reports, he reflects on his life, recalling his past as a handsome and popular college student, admired by many but warned by his conservative father against love marriages. The courtroom scene reveals the tension surrounding the accusations against him, as his lawyer, Tarun Kala, prepares to address the incident. The narrative hints at deeper secrets and motivations behind the tragic events, suggesting that the true culprits may be different from those initially blamed, setting the stage for an investigation into the hidden truths behind the murder.

by Abhijit Chakraborty in English Short Stories

Writen by Abhijit Chakraborty

Category Short Stories