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Abdul Hakim Husain
A scavenger boy in Mumbai, this character is portrayed as generally diligent and hard-working.
Karam Husain
A father in Mumbai, this character, owing to health problems, has given up his former occupation.
Mirchi Husain
A schoolboy in Mumbai, this character contrasts with his brother as being generally idle.
Zehrunisa Husain
A mother of nine in Mumbai, this character struggles to keep her family together and working towards advancement.
Deepak “Kalu” Rai
A scavenger boy in Mumbai, this character also often acts as a thief.
Sita “Fatima” “One Leg” Shaikh
A disabled person in Mumbai, this character occasions trouble in her neighborhood.
Sunil Sharma
A scavenger boy in Mumbai, this character notably suffers the effects of malnutrition.
Asha Waghekar
An aspiring slumlord in Mumbai, this character struggles towards social advancement.
Manju Waghekar
A student in Mumbai, this character aspires towards being the first female college graduate from...
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