Passage 6

In English

Goodness has totally disappeared in cities

I shall relate an example in which I myself am the subject. Forty years ago, a rich lady named (famed as a big planter and manufacturer of " Coffee") used to come to from . In those days journey to this isolated hamlet was a difficult venture. Those who came by car had to negotiate mud tracks and park the cars on the right bank of the river and trudge across. On one occasion, came with two maternal uncles of the of , and prayed "! This place is very inaccessible. Devotees are undergoing much trouble. We shall purchase a few acres of land in City and spend a few to build a fine spacious for you there. must agree and move to that city." I told her, "! What is the greatness in promising water to those who come to the River ? The greatness consists in promising water to those who come to the desert. Listen! This is the place where this body was born. You may build the you plan, anywhere. I shall come there and be there for some days. However, I shall not forsake this place." Now, this tiny hamlet which was difficult to reach has become the centre of even a University. Can mere man transform it so? Through whom has this village gained every modern convenience needed for a happy life?