A woman beholds the strength to change the world, what are the odds of life to challenge her? Such is the story of Sona Ben, a 70 year old widow Mother, Business woman, farm worker and a Home maker. she took up to being an all rounder because of her concern for her Divyang Daughter. She travels all the way to Vadodara from Boriavi near Anand, approximately every alternate day to sell Black Berries (setur) at Rs 10 per pack in the season and works as a farmer for just Rs 50 per day during the off season.
she has always got more than she has asked for, “ Few of my customers surprise me with Rs 200-500 for what costs Rs 10, I have always been treated well and been respected by the people of Vadodara. I only sell in Sayajigunj but never have i had to take home my berries. Seeing the out come I encourage people to not beg and work, as according to me hardwork never disappoints.”
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Author-Vibhuti Pathak