The household gathers. Hot samosa or bhajiya (fritters) with adrak chai (ginger tea). Neighbors drop in unannounced – very common.
Grandmother manages the household: calls the vegetable vendor, haggles for 2 rupees, oversees the maid. She also does japa (chanting) between chores. The household gathers
“Priya, eat your peanuts, they’re good for your brain,” Meena added, sliding a plate of steaming poha toward her daughter. haggles for 2 rupees