There was little to laugh about in the comedy set Mumbai-based Abhineet Mishra did earlier in January this year. “Comedy means telling jokes, but it also means you take a stand on things,” said the 31-year-old HR professional, who is a comedian by hobby. AdvertisingOn Tuesday, Mishra used his favourite hobby to take a stand again — this time on the devastating floods across the Northeast, particularly Assam. Growing up in Meghalaya’s Shillong, Mishra feels that the Northeastern states might have numerous stories to tell, but no audience who really wants to hear them. The video, titled Staying Afloat, was shot in a cafe in Shillong where Mishra is currently visiting his family.

Source: Indian Express July 17, 2019 11:15 UTC