Bengaluru, March 2026 – In a city celebrated for its technological prowess, one professional has chosen to step beyond the world of engineering to embrace the art of storytelling. At 40, Tejas Kareliya, a Senior Project Engineer specializing in process automation, has fulfilled a long‑nurtured dream: becoming an author.
For years, Kareliya was known as a “techy” in Bengaluru’s thriving industrial sector, admired for his precision and problem‑solving skills. Yet behind the technical expertise lay a creative spirit, quietly weaving stories and waiting for the right moment to share them. That moment arrived with the publication of his debut book, Untold Promises.
Unlike the crime thrillers that dominate the shelves, Untold Promises is a poetic narrative about a newcomer to town who encounters a girl and discovers the delicate beauty of connection. The book’s lyrical style and emotional depth have struck a chord with readers, offering a refreshing blend of romance and introspection. It is a story that captures the vulnerability of new beginnings and the quiet power of promises made and kept.
Encouraged by the warm reception, Kareliya quickly turned to his second project, Truth Between Us. This novel takes a different path, blending romance with crime thriller elements. At its heart lies a love story entangled in mystery, where affection and suspicion coexist. The book promises to explore how relationships can be tested by secrets, deception, and the pursuit of justice. Scheduled to hit the market in June 2026, Truth Between Us is already generating anticipation among readers eager for a mix of emotional intensity and suspense.
Not stopping there, Kareliya is also working on A Man Who Finds His Village. These novel shifts tone once again, offering a heart-warming exploration of community life. It tells the story of a man who moves with his family to a village and learns to adapt to its rhythms, traditions, and values. Through his journey, readers are introduced to the harmony and unity that define village living. Scheduled for release alongside Truth Between Us in June 2026, the book blends humour, resilience, and cultural richness, highlighting Kareliya’s versatility as a writer who can move seamlessly from poetic romance to crime thrillers to uplifting tales of community.
What makes Kareliya’s journey remarkable is not only the diversity of his writing but also the timing of his leap into literature. At 40, many professionals hesitate to pursue passions outside their established careers. Kareliya’s decision to embrace writing at this stage of life is a powerful reminder that dreams, no matter how long they’ve been nurtured, can find their moment to shine. His story is one of courage, persistence, and the refusal to let age or circumstance limit ambition.
Critics and readers alike have noted how his writing blends technical precision with emotional authenticity. His engineering background seems to inform his narrative structure — logical, meticulous, and carefully paced — while his creative instincts bring characters and emotions vividly to life. This unique combination has helped him carve out a distinctive voice in the literary landscape.
The growing attention on his work is proof that Kareliya’s words are resonating. Untold Promises has already attracted a handsome readership, and anticipation is building for the June 2026 releases of Truth Between Us and A Man Who Finds His Village. Each book reflects a different facet of his imagination, together forming a body of work that is both diverse and compelling.
In Bengaluru, where the worlds of technology and creativity often intersect, Kareliya’s story adds a new dimension to the city’s cultural fabric. It is a tale of reinvention, of a man who dared to step away from the predictable path to chase a dream that had waited patiently for its time. His journey is not just about books; it is about the courage to embrace creativity, the discipline to see it through, and the joy of sharing stories that connect with readers on multiple levels.
As Bengaluru continues to balance its identity as both a technological powerhouse and a growing literary hub, Tejas Kareliya’s inspiring leap into authorship stands as a beacon. His story reminds us all that passion, when pursued with conviction, can transform not only careers but lives — and in Kareliya’s case, it has given readers promises to cherish, truths to unravel, and a village to rediscover.