Darkness At Dawn

by Rajendra Chetty

This biography charts the life and Death of Swami Nischalananda. It traces the successive incidents that led to the death of the Swami — from the events preceding his death, painting a picture of how the killer or killers translated their motive, means and opportunity into a heinous crime that deprived the Hindu movement in South Africa of an intelligent and promising leader. Despite the fact that he had received several death threats and was prepared for death, he did not contemplate taking his own life.

Described as “a man for whom duty was paramount and a standard life not an option” he was a rare individual.

About the Author

Rajendra Chetty was born in Kearsney on the north coast of Kwa-Zulu Natal, South Africa. He ranks as one of the longest serving journalists in the country, spanning a career lasting almost four decades. Fearless in his investigations and bold in his convictions he became Swami Nischalananda’s confidante and was the only journalist to have had access to Swami’s diaries.

Rajendra Chetty

Paperback | ISBN: 9781543775006 | $15.99