'Nikki' is the story of a young Punjabi woman who has recently won a beauty contest in Canada. Ajmer Rode's short story showcases the critical (and disapproving) eye with which her immigrant parents' diasporic social circle looks at the development.

Ajmer Rode (b 1940 - Rode) has published books of poetry, drama, prose and translation in Punjabi and English. His works have been widely anthologized, and are being prescribed in several educational settings. His collaborative poetry project 'Leela' with his poet-brother Navtej Bharti is considered one of the most outstanding works of 20th century Punjabi poetry.

He translated Gurdial Singh's iconic novel 'Marhi Da Diva' as 'The Last Flicker.' It was published by the Sahitya Akademi, New Delhi.

Ajmer Rode plays a pivotal role in promotion of Punjabi writing in Canada.

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