From Mumbai Basements to Bangalore Vans: Tracing the DIY DNA of Indian Punk

This episode explores how punk emerged and spread across India’s major cities—from early rehearsal rooms in Mumbai to all‑ages clubs in Delhi, underground venues in Kolkata, and the hardcore crossover scene in Bengaluru. It looks at DIY record labels, fanzines, touring networks, and local venues that built an independent infrastructure without mainstream support.

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