The Open Sky

The metro ride back home from Connaught Place reminded Rehana of the tubes in London which dragged themselves and were not even as spacious the Delhi metro Rail. Rehana’s trip to London was one of the most memorable trips. She enjoyed every moment of it except for the fact that one pound was equal to 100 rupees in layman’s language and 84 rupees in her calculative mind. Before picking up anything she would multiply the amount with eight, and then while admiring it she would assess its worth in relation to the money that would be deducted from her pocket. London made her realize India was still a poor country, a lot had to be done. “Gosh!! Our economy is pretty low as compared to OTHER countries. Bloody Britishers!! They stole India’s wealth and look at the currency exchange rate. No wonder India is not called 'the golden bird’ anymore. This is where the gold is perhaps…. On the gates of Buckingham palace?? Melted and used to make the queen’s crown? Maybe on the streets, No, no…S...