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Sleeping man Varanasi Junction railway
An old man waits for a train and sleeps on a bench on the platform of Varanasi Junction railway station. He has a beard and wears a turban and white dhoti. He keeps a large cosh at hand and his shoes are on the ground in front of him Date: 1987
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© Philip Dunn / Mary Evans Picture Library
1987 Crashed Eighties Junction Kick Railways Shoes Sleep Sleeping Traveling Travelling Varanasi Waiting
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This evocative photograph captures the essence of travel in India during the 1980s. Taken at Varanasi Junction railway station in 1987, the image shows an old man in deep slumber on a bench, oblivious to the hustle and bustle around him. Dressed in a white dhoti, turban, and with a long beard, he exudes an air of wisdom and tranquility. The man's belongings are scattered around him - a large cosh (a traditional Indian weapon) lies within reach, and his shoes are discarded on the ground in front of him. The bench, worn and weathered from years of use, serves as a makeshift bed for countless travelers waiting for their trains. The scene at Varanasi Junction railway station is one of chaos and anticipation. People mill around, some deep in conversation, others lost in thought, all united by their shared experience of waiting for the next train. The station, with its crumbling walls and peeling paint, is a testament to the passage of time and the enduring spirit of travel in India. The photograph, taken in the 1980s, offers a glimpse into a bygone era of Indian railways. The use of natural light and the grainy texture of the film add to the authenticity of the image, making it a poignant reminder of the simple pleasures and challenges of traveling by train in India during that era.
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