98 Days of Nila: It Takes a Village.. to Save a Dog !

About The Book

98 Days of Nila by Devakee Rahalkar is a true story that chronicles an extraordinary journey of love, resilience, and unwavering hope. When Nivedita’s beloved dog, Nila, runs away from a boarding facility near Bengaluru, it sparks a desperate 98-day-search across unfamiliar villages on the outskirts of Bengaluru – a search that does not stop until Nila is finally home.
What begins as one family’s nightmare soon transforms into a powerful community movement. Over a thousand volunteers, connected through social media, join the mission to find Nila—searching through 25 kilometers of rural roads, dense fields, and endless uncertainty
Heartfelt and deeply human, 98 Days of Nila celebrates the unbreakable bond between people and their pets, the kindness of strangers, and the magic that unfolds when an entire community comes together for a single act of love. More than a story about a lost dog, it’s a reminder that miracles are often made, not found.

About The Author

Based in Mumbai with her furry and hairy family, Devakee is a mother to a grumpy 6-year-old indie pup and a 4-year-old human toddler who identifies as a golden retriever stereotype.
When she manages to steal a quiet moment, Devakee can be found tinkering with DIY projects or curled up with a comforting romance novel. An alumna of IIM Kozhikode, she spent over a decade as a management consultant, crafting strategy narratives and business stories before turning her focus to storytelling of a more soulful kind.
Passionate about giving our local indigenous dogs the spotlight they deserve, Devakee is excited to tell a tale that captures their grit, grace, and the love they inspire in humans. Deeply moved by Nivedita and her family’s journey, Devakee considers it both an honour and a responsibility to tell their story with the care it deserves. She hopes that Nila’s tale continues to inspire more love, empathy, and respect for these amazing indies who share our streets as well as our stories.