Title: Bas Yun Hi – Jindagi ke kuch pal
Author: Sulabh Chaubey
ISBN: 978-93-4726-361-3
Publisher: Inksight Publishers
Life is rarely a straight road. It is a mix of small victories, quiet struggles, long nights, and sudden smiles. Most of us live through these moments and forget them, but a few people choose to stop, look back, and turn those feelings into art. Sulabh Chaubey is one of those people.
His book, “Bas Yun Hi – Jindagi ke kuch pal,” is not just a collection of poems. It is a mirror. It reflects the emotions we all feel but often find hard to say out loud. From the busy streets of a city to the quiet corners of a home, Sulabh captures the essence of being human in a way that feels personal to every reader.
From Gorakhpur to the World: The Early Years
The story of Sulabh Chaubey begins in the heart of Uttar Pradesh. Born on 15 July 1986, in the small town of Pipiganj, Gorakhpur, Sulabh grew up in a household that valued both discipline and love.
His father, Shri Radha Raman Chaube, was an Inspector in the Uttar Pradesh Police—a job that requires strength and duty. His mother, the Late Kamalawati Devi, was a homemaker who provided the emotional foundation for the family. Growing up in this environment, Sulabh learned the importance of both “silence” and “blessings,” two themes that appear beautifully in his writing today.
Sulabh was a bright student who moved through different cities for his education. From Bapu Inter College in his hometown to earning a B.Sc. in Biology from Balrampur, and finally a Master’s in Pharmaceutical Chemistry from Dehradun, his life has been a journey of learning. But while he was studying science and chemistry, a different kind of “chemistry” was brewing in his heart—a love for literature.
A Man of Many Talents
What makes Sulabh Chaubey unique is that he is not “just” a writer or “just” a scientist. He is a true artist who sees the world in many dimensions.
Long before he published his book, Sulabh was already making a mark in the world of arts:
- The Mimicry Artist: In 2006, he won the first prize at the state level for mimicry. This shows his ability to observe people the way they talk, their expressions, and their quirks.
- The Sketching Artist: In 2008, he again secured first position at the state level, but this time for sketching. Writing a poem is very much like drawing a sketch; one uses a pencil, and the other uses words.
These talents show that Sulabh has always been a keen observer of life. Whether he is mimicking a voice, drawing a face, or writing a poem, he is always trying to capture the “truth” of a moment.
The Balance: Science and Soul
Today, Sulabh works as a Quality Assurance Manager in a pharmaceutical company. His daily life is filled with logic, rules, and precision. However, he has never let the “corporate world” kill the “poet” inside him.
Many people think that if you are in a serious job, you cannot be creative. Sulabh proves them wrong. He uses his writing as a way to stay connected to his soul. While his job ensures quality in medicine, his poetry ensures quality in his thoughts. He writes not because he has to, but because he feels.
About the Book: “Bas Yun Hi”
The title of the book, “Bas Yun Hi” (Just Like That), is very deep. It suggests that these poems were not written with a plan to become famous. They were written because, at certain moments in life, the heart became too heavy or too happy, and the words just “flowed out.”
1. The Raw Truth of Life
Sulabh says that life is not just about big happiness or big pain. It is “woven from countless moments.” Sometimes we laugh with friends, and sometimes we feel lonely in a huge crowd. The book covers:
- Family: The “silence” of a father and the “blessings” of a mother.
- The City: The “dust-filled truth” of living in a city that is always moving, where we sometimes lose ourselves.
- The Struggle: The exhaustion of trying to achieve our dreams and the “small lamp of hope” that keeps us going.
2. Love as a Remedy and an Ache
For Sulabh, love is not a fairy tale. It is real. Sometimes it heals us like a medicine, and sometimes it remains like a dull pain that never quite goes away. He describes these feelings in simple Hindi and English terms that anyone can understand.
3. Not a Poet, but a Human
One of the most touching things Sulabh says is: “I am not a poet, just a human being.” He doesn’t want to be put on a pedestal. He wants you to read his poems and feel like you are talking to a friend. He wants his readers to find their own memories, regrets, and smiles within his words.
Why “Bas Yun Hi” Resonates with Us
In today’s world, everyone is pretending to be perfect on social media. Sulabh’s book is a relief because it is honest. He admits that life is “tangled” and “not straightforward.”
When you read about the “exhaustion of struggle,” you realize you are not alone in your hard days. When you read about the “warmth of love,” you remember your own special moments. This connection is what makes his writing powerful. It isn’t “over-planned”; it is “true.”
The Power of Hope
Even when Sulabh writes about struggle and tiredness, there is always a “lamp of hope” in his words. This reflects his own journey from a student in a small town to a state-level artist, and then to a successful professional and author. He knows that life can be tough, but he also knows that hope can change everything.
Conclusion: A Gift to the Readers
Sulabh Chaubey has given us a beautiful gift in the form of Bas Yun Hi. It is a reminder to stop and appreciate the “small moments” of our lives.
Through his journey, we learn that it is okay to be many things at once a manager, an artist, a son, and a dreamer. We learn that we don’t need fancy words to express deep feelings. All we need is the courage to be honest.
As you turn the pages of this book, you won’t just see Sulabh’s life; you will see your own. And in that quiet understanding, you will find peace. Because sometimes, the best things in life happen “Bas Yun Hi.”
Quick Facts about the Author & Book:
- Author: Sulabh Chaubey (Born 1986, Gorakhpur)
- Professional Life: Quality Assurance Manager (Pharmaceuticals)
- Artistic Achievements: State-level winner in Mimicry and Sketching.
- Book Theme: A collection of poems about life, parents, city life, struggle, and love.
- Message: Life is a mix of emotions, and even a small hope can light the way.
