The Theosophical Society, established in 1875, is a unique and sprawling complex in the heart of Madras. It houses various religious shrines, a library, and a sprawling lung space. The society was started by Madame H.P. Blavatsky and Colonel H.S. Olcott and has undergone significant expansion over the years. The Adyar Library, one of the largest collections in India, is …
It was not easy to get an appointment with 96-year-old Kamakshi Subramanian or Kamakshi paati as she is known in Adyar and Besant Nagar neighbourhoods. A passionate and dedicated civil activist, she has been a resident of Besant Nagar since 1980, after she relocated from Delhi to Chennai following her husband’s retirement from Central Government service. Gandhi Nagar, Besant Nagar, …
