Gandhi’s cry for help: Chembur’s ‘silver’ Mahatma evokes mixed reactions in citizens
A street artist in Mumbai dressed as Mahatma Gandhi is struggling to raise funds for his mother's surgery, drawing mixed reactions from commuters. While some offer financial support, others view the performance as an insult to the historical figure, leading to social friction at the railway station.
Travelling via Mumbai’s local train to reach home after a weary day always saps my energy. Last Friday was no different. As I trudged up the stairs of the railway bridge, barely registering my surroundings, a flash of silver caught my eye. Mahatma Gandhi stood in flesh, covered in shiny, silver paint with a sombre look, clutching his lathi and a QR Scan code.
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