Jewellery is always subjected to praise as they represent a symbol of social status and even femininity. Numerous shiny bright jewellery shops glitter the city of Kolkata with their elegant posters and shimmering golden lights.
But the picture is quite the opposite in every way possible at the places where these shiny bright ornaments are made. They get replaced by shabby environments, cramped workplaces without basic amenities, unhealthy environments with acid fumes hanging in the air. On top of all this the never ending and ever increasing demand of the ornaments throws challenging long work hours to these artisans with a pay structure that is comically unbelievable. Efforts should be given to give them at least a proper workplace environment because these men with the golden job deserves better.
The series was supported by Tanisque, which has been helping these men towards a better lifestyle.
