Nishi Daak: The Midnight Call You Should Never Answer

 

What is Nishi Daak?

“Nishi” means “midnight,” and “Daak” means “call.” Together, it’s the midnight call — a mysterious voice that calls your name when no one’s there.

And those who answer this call? They vanish. Only their dead remains are ever found, scattered near rivers, ponds, or forests. The scariest part? The voice always sounds like someone you could never ignore―your mother, brother, or perhaps even a best friend.

A Midnight Tale from Nadia

One of the older stories about the Nishi Daak comes from the Nadia district. Hari was coming home late from the fields, his lantern almost out. The road was silent except for crickets and the distant bark of dogs.

Suddenly, he heard his wife’s voice.

"Hari! Stop! I’m right here!"

He froze. His wife was supposed to be at home, asleep. Before he could think, the voice called again, this time closer, almost right behind his shoulder. And too much pain.

"Hari! Why aren’t you helping?"

Something inside him screamed not to turn. But the voice did not return, and then, he remembered his grandmother’s warning: “If someone calls you twice in the dark–-run. Don’t answer. It’s the Nishi Daak.”

With his heart pounding, Hari started to walk faster. Then he ran. The voice turned into a horrible laugh. His lantern blew out. Somehow, he made it home.

Pale, trembling.

But alive.

The next morning, neighbours found strange footprints on the path, shaped like no human or animal they knew.

The Lesson

Whether you believe in ghosts or not, trust your instincts. When something feels wrong in the darkness, it probably is.

Rules to Stay Safe

People living in rural Bengal have simple rules:

• Never answer when someone calls your name at night.

• Don’t turn around if you hear your name from behind.

• Travel in groups after dark.

• Carry a lantern or chant God’s name for protection.

They believe Nishi spirits can only lure those who respond. If you ignore them, they fade away.

Myth or Reality?

Some say Nishi Daak is just a superstition — a way to keep villagers safe from wandering at night. Others believe it’s a real spirit, jealous of the living.

Whatever the truth, the legend survives because it feels too real. Anyone who’s walked a lonely road at midnight knows how quickly the mind can play tricks. Was that voice just the wind… or something else?

Either way, if you hear your name whispered in the dark… don’t answer. 

Keep walking. 

Don’t look back.

Because some calls… aren’t meant to be answered.