Transportation is something that takes getting used to in Asia, having had my own car and motorbike in Scotland it has proved not an easy adjustment. Whether it is the Jeepne in Manila, the CNG in Dhaka, the trains from Delhi, or even the rickshaw in most places, they are all part of the adventure and learning.
Rows of rickshaws on a side-road leading to New Market area in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
“Toast To Freedom” is dedicated to human rights activism around the world. Nearly 50 artists contributed to celebrate Amnesty International’s 50th Anniversary. Toast To Freedom was written by music veterans Carl Carlton and Larry Campbell.
Set on Good Friday during initial storms rising in Kolkata, this short film shows some of the action, as well as introduces you to my ‘new friend’, and informs you why brown trousers are required.
Hasina Khatum is 13 years old and has cerebral palsy. In 2007, when Sanchar were made aware of Hasina and her family, they had limited knowledge, support and understanding of their daughter’s condition. Hasina’s diet was liquidated food, which included mainly vegetables and rice. The diet of a small infant child, as that is exactly how the family viewed her. Hasina was left most days in the house when her family; from the rural village of Parbotipuur; would attend work, do family chores and attempt to maintain a reasonable standard of living in rural India; which most people find difficult at the best of times. Hasina’s days were spent lying on a matt on the porch in front of the house in all weather, or left to push and roll here way round the floor of the house, until someone else arrived to make time for her.
Tollyganl area of south Kolkata is main junction for transportation. It has Metro, tram,s auto, buses, richaws everything that has wheels and can move or transport anything, you will see it here!
A few more pictures from that area, and others during my time here in Kolkata will be uploaded soon! Getting them and the words ready tonight!
With life in India being so different from all that I am used to, there are times when peace, quiet and wee bit spoiling myself is required. This can be difficult when I know very little people, places and things to do.
One day I went on the Metro in Delhi and walked in the central area of the city. Saw their broadcasting building, press association and much more.
Then I needed food! I turned a corner, wondering where I was and found this place! An oasis in the hectic life on India, a blessing!
kolkatakev 