Body in the Canal

The decision by Ombir and Bhim Sain to allow the body in the canal to float into another jurisdiction symbolizes the systemic indifference to the lives of the marginalized. By not investigating Bachni’s murder, they effectively erase her existence, reinforcing the notion that certain lives, especially those of sex workers, are disposable. It also reflects the broader failure of the justice system, where the poor and vulnerable are overlooked or ignored, and crime can be hidden simply by shifting responsibility. This act serves as a commentary on how the authorities avoid confronting uncomfortable truths, particularly when they conflict with their own interests.

Jolly's Villa

Jolly's ornate villa, situated next to Chand's humble hut, symbolizes the stark divide between wealth and poverty, as well as the moral corruption that often accompanies power and privilege. The villa represents not only Jolly's material success but...