10th Katha Session of India Foundation was held on 29 January 2026 on the theme “Ghosts of Thailand.”
The session was chaired by Mr. Côme Carpentier, Distinguished Fellow, India Foundation. The speaker for the session was Mr. Putt Punyagupta, a Thai Nehru-Fulbright Scholar currently spending a year in India.
During the session, Mr. Punyagupta introduced participants to Thailand’s rich traditions of folklore, ghost stories, and supernatural beliefs. He discussed the cultural significance of ghosts in Thai society and explained how these narratives continue to influence local customs, religious practices, and popular culture. The presentation also explored the relationship between traditional beliefs and Buddhism in shaping Thai cultural life.
Mr. Punyagupta also shared insights from his academic and cultural experiences, bringing a unique perspective to the discussion.
