Keep it going Mani The struggle could not have been described better. I laughed my guts out. The Indian railways would have shaken my guts out Hahaha! A great read.
Berth control by adjustment Brilliant.
Especially appeals to me as an ex Railwayman, who has himself been through these situations, believe it or not! And , after retirement, I face the unpleasant prospect of getting only the "side berth" whenever I venture to travel. My non Railway friends call it poetic justice! But getting back to the hilarious article which is enlightening as it entertains, I enjoyed the portrayal of the stubborn old man who finally relents to adjust- both his berth and his trousers!
I hope the distinguished author will keep the Railway stories coming! They educate, entertain and , what is to me important turn anger into the sublime "swalpa adjust maradi!" Attitude which has saved many a riot!
Funny! Mani, this is quite funny. Although, I have not experienced all these contortions you describe the guys have to do in order to shave, this does not compare to the problems girls have to face while traveling in the Indian Railways. Constant. harassment, lewd comments and lechy looks from the guys we had to deal with.
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Keep it going Mani
The struggle could not have been described better. I laughed my guts out. The Indian railways would have shaken my guts out Hahaha! A great read.