Dracula, a creation of Bram Stoker, has become a universal symbol of gothic horror, inspiring countless adaptations and reimaginings worldwide. In India, Kottayam Pushpanath’s novels stand out as a testament to how global literary icons like Dracula have been seamlessly woven into local storytelling traditions.Dracula’s Indian JourneyWhile Dracula was initially a Western phenomenon, its themes of fear, immortality, and moral conflict resonate universally. Kottayam Pushpanath recognized these elements and skillfully adapted them into his novels,