If there is heaven on this earth, it is surely in my village. This is indeed true. My village becomes a wonderland as soon as evening descends on the earth. A cool breeze begins to blow then. The western sky becomes crimson. River Kunti takes a different hue. Birds begin to wing their way home. But, at midnight a complete silence reigns supreme. Little stars twinkle in the sky. Yet, complete darkness engulfs the four corners of the earth. Jackals howl. Dogs also bark. But, there are occasional drums at night. The silence of the village is suddenly broken by the shouts, ‘Thief, Thief. The scene is completely changed. Slowly the night draws to its close. Dawn approaches. Birds chirp. Struggle for existence of the villagers start again.
