Suddenly, the city seems to be full of Beggars of all shapes and sizes. There are various deformaties and abnormalities amongst these sad souls. But it doesn't seem like they want to do something about it.
Once, I remember, someone offered a beggar on the street to come work with him - and earn a decent living instead of begging for money. The offer was refused. I guess they're so used to getting their bread and butter begging for it - rather than earning it.
Its quite sad when you see mothers training their children to beg effectively, pulling at the dupatta's of ladies or promising good health if bestowed with a rupee or two. Why won't they just let them get education at a Govt. aided school or something?
Though my heart pines for their misfortune, I still don't give them the money they beg for. For, it'll only encourage more people to choose an option like this and give up the hope of being someone better in life.
While we eat our good food and roam in good cars - it is true that life out there is very bitter.
A sour thought in itself...
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