Ashoke Ganguli

Ashoke Ganguli is a character from the novel "The Namesake" by Jhumpa Lahiri. He is an Indian-American man who, along with his wife, emigrates from India to the United States. Ashoke is a graduate student and later a professor, striving to balance his cultural heritage with his new life abroad. His experiences reflect themes of identity, family, and the immigrant experience, as he navigates the challenges of maintaining his traditions while adapting to a different society. His character underscores the complexities of cultural assimilation and the importance of heritage in shaping one’s identity.