The collection “Opekkha” (Waiting) by the renowned Assamese short story writer Phul Goswami, who has authored around one and a half hundred stories, includes a total of twenty-three Assamese short stories such as “Poshchadposoron” (Retreat), “Pratiksha” (Expectation), and “Morichika” (Mirage), among others.

A well-structured narrative style and keen observation are distinctive features of Phul Goswami’s short stories. In portraying the simplicity of rural life, the use of forms of address adds a unique aesthetic charm to his writing. The story “Opekkha,” which lends its name to the collection, reflects upon certain special moments and thoughtful reflections of the mind.