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Grey came up with a solution. He asked the parents how much money the kids were making. The parents told him they earned 50Rs/day. Grey agreed to pay each of the boy's families a lump sum of 1500Rs/month on the condition that the children be allowed to go to school. The parents did not hesitate after that.

It is essential to foster dialogue and reconciliation among different caste groups to challenge deeply ingrained prejudices and promote social cohesion. By addressing the root causes of Dalit marginalization and promoting a culture of inclusivity and equality, we can work towards creating a more just and equitable society in Varanasi and beyond.

" In Chand Ghat, an invisible boundary exists between the Chaudhary and the adjoining Yadav colonies. "
-- This concept of boundaries , partition, sect in every nook and corner has pushed us to certain dark corner where is no coming back.