The pompous, seventy-something ruler of the dilapidated ashram. She exploits the widows financially by pimping Kalyani to clients. When Kalyani's romance with Narayan threatens her income, she locks Kalyani up and attempts to force Chuyia into prostitution as a replacement.
Madhumati and Gulabi operate a profitable exploitation ring within the ashram.
Madhumati exerts absolute control over Kalyani, treating her as a financial asset.
Shakuntala's defiance creates a tense standoff with the ashram's ruler.
Madhumati targets Chuyia next, continuing her cycle of exploitation.
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