He may be around 45-50 years old. His children are making or trading in ornaments in villages nearby; a traditional work as per their caste. It is a bit strange that even a very small village has a saraf (सराफ – person dealing in ornaments). Very poor people also have some ornaments, may be of silver or other Inferior metal.
But Ghurahu is tailor, not a saraf. He sits in front of a shop in Mahrajganj town bazar, with his feet operated sewing machine and a chair. Must be getting reasonable work in normal days. During marriage season, he becomes very busy. It is very difficult for him to meet delivery deadlines in those days.
