A Flow Of Life: A Banker's Journey to Mountains

This heartfelt memoir chronicles the remarkable journey of R.K. Khaitan from his birth in post independence Kanpur in 1951 to his fulfilling career culminating in the mountains of Manali. Written as a loving letter to his grandson Yajur the book weaves together personal anecdotes with profound life lessons about integrity resilience and the power of relationships. Khaitan’s narrative spans his childhood in a close knit joint family academic struggles and recovery a distinguished banking career ventures into private industry and finally his dream job managing a hydroelectric project in the Himalayas. Through tales of professional challenges family bonds friendships forged across decades and the joys of grandparenthood he illustrates how ordinary lives can be extraordinary when guided by strong values. The memoir beautifully captures the transformation of India over six decades while emphasizing timeless principles: the importance of honesty the strength found in family and the lasting impact of treating others with dignity and compassion.