Ego & Kabaad Limited: New Dimensions of Sycophancy

About the Book

In most semi-government or corporate offices, only one thing is infinite—the personal ego of the "boss" occupying the top chair. "Ego & Kabaad Limited" is not merely a fictional story crafted on paper; it is a vivid X-ray of the mental junk yard operating within our administrative system—a system we all become a part of every morning when we mark our attendance.
The creation of this novel is not driven by any romantic or imaginary motive; rather, it stems from the bitter reality that has become the most common trait of today’s workplaces—sycophancy and the superseding of capable individuals. The question isn't why this disease exists; the question is to what extent and on what base grounds it is hollowed out our production and administrative framework. This book is a sharp, direct strike against this bias, mental exploitation, and the modern dimensions of flattery.
The story delivers a powerful message: when the entire system colludes to break the spine of an honest, straightforward person, one should not accept defeat and turn into junk (kabaad). This novel serves as a guidebook on how—backed by quiet self-respect and the laws of the land—one can shake the very foundation of a corrupt system to reclaim their promotion and rightful dues. It exposes the ground-level and social aspects of "superseding and being superseded" and the flattery that constitutes the bitter truth of our offices.

About the Author 

Ramesh Mendiratta (Critic, Vigilant Satirist, and Retired Senior Engineer-Administrator) A prominent name in the Indian technical and managerial sphere, Ramesh Mendiratta wields a sharp pen against the anomalies of administrative corridors. Vibrant with literary energy at the mature age of 78, Mr. Mendiratta has served as a senior engineer,member of consumer court and skilled administrator by profession. Having spent several decades in top positions across the country's major Government technical enterprises, he possesses deep, practical experience with internal office politics, the junk yards of files, official egos, and the modern dimensions of sycophancy. He has not only observed the system up close but has meticulously examined every single weld in its gearbox.
A major milestone in his literary journey was his acclaimed 2014 book, "Jungle Book of Management," which struck a hard blow at the hypocrisy of "organizational behavior" hidden within corporate and administrative circles. That book earned praise from several IIMs across the country. In addition, his sharp satirical works have been regularly published in various prestigious national magazines and newspapers, receiving widespread appreciation from readers and critics alike. The hallmark of his writing style is his ability to lay bare the cruelest and most bitter truths of the system in simple, everyday language without beating around the bush.
Currently, Mr. Mendiratta lives a free, nomadic, and creative life as a true global citizen. He travels and resides across various beautiful and culturally rich parts of the world, including London, Australia, Goa, Dehradun, and Delhi. While living in these diverse lands in India and abroad, he continues to observe societal and administrative shifts with a keen eye, enriching the literary world through his writing. "Ego & Kabaad Limited" is yet another timeless reflection of his vast administrative experience and uninhibited satirical vision.