Did you know that?’įeluda stared at the letter for a few seconds. The name “Plassey” came from these trees. There is absolutely no sign left, not even the palash trees in the woods that stood in Siraj-ud-daula’s time. But if you think the place has got any evidence left of that historic battle, you are sadly mistaken. There is no other Plassey in Bengal, dear boy. I handed the letter back to Feluda, and asked, ‘Is it the same Plassey where that famous battle was fought?’ You can spend the night at my house, and catch the same train at 10.30 a.m. I will arrange for you to be met at the station and brought here. There are several trains from Sealdah, out of which the Up Lalgola Passenger leaves at 1.58 p.m.
In order to reach Ghurghutia, you need to disembark at Plassey, and travel further south for another five-and-a-half-miles. If you feel you are able to accept this invitation from a seventy-three-year-old man, please confirm your acceptance in writing immediately. You will get to know the details on arrival. There is, of course, a special reason for asking you to come at this particular time. I have heard a lot about your work and wish to meet you in person. Users of Guests are not allowed to comment this publication.