MID-DAY: How did the storyline’s focus on JRD’s five flights emerge?
NANDITA DA CUNHA: Writing about a figure as monumental as JRD Tata is no small task — his life was filled with contributions across industries and disciplines. By focusing on five milestone flights to frame JRD’s story, I was able to use each as a lens through which we could explore his journey, and highlight key moments, without overwhelming young readers.