Lord Shiva on the collapse of Burrabazar flyover (satire)

It was just after lunch and Lord Shiva was strolling in front of his cave. That is what Durga always insists – he must do some exercise after meals. Not necessarily the dumb-bells and parallel bars and treadmill but simple walking would also help digestion.
Yes – digestion has become a problem for him. It was not so even fifty years back but, the quality of eatables has gone down – there is adulteration galore. Even the fruits are getting a coat of artificial color to make them look attractive.
Suddenly he heard the noise. It sounded as if something had collapsed somewhere.
He peered into the distance and focused his attention in the general direction of Howrah Bridge – the sound came from that area.

Durga had also come out from her kitchen. Like a true housewife, she loved to spend time in her kitchen.
‘Did you hear that?’ Shiva asked.
‘Yes, I thought it is some explosion.’ ‘But – explosions happen during Diwali. Why now?’
‘May be some victory celebration,’ Durga said.
‘Victory? What victory? India lost the WT20 – what is there to make a noise about?’
‘Could be some election victory,’ Durga said.
‘There is time for that. The results will be declared by middle of May.’
Suddenly Ganesh came out of his cave. He was listening to someone on his mobile phone. Lakshmi was with him – she also was listening on her mobile.
‘What’s the matter?’ Shiva wanted to know.
‘Burrabazar is in trouble,’ Ganesh replied. ‘All the traders are worried – the flyover has collapsed. And – their business is in the doldrums. All of them want my advice. They love me and pray to me every morning and also whenever they are in trouble. They expect me to look after their interests.’
‘OK – fine. They offer you your favorite food daily and you have to stand by them. But why did the flyover collapse?’ ‘That is a mystery that Didi and Moody have to sort out,’ Ganesh said. ‘If you ask me, I think it is all the net result of underhand dealings.’
‘Yes, corruption has gone deep into the system.’ Shiva sighed. ‘Look at me. I am unable to get a tiger skin because tigers are a protected species. So, I have to either get it in the black market or wear make-believe tiger skins. Even the ganja that Bhringi gets for me does not have the kick. I think I’ll have to buy it online.’ (to be continued …)


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