Artisans in Varanasi India are having a tough time. People like Ram Prasad a tailor in the Ghazighat area have spent many years learning their craft but now find it hard to make a living. This is because more and more people are buying modern things instead of traditional items these skilled workers create.
The main reason for this problem is that Varanasi is changing. People want new products and styles which makes it difficult for artisans to sell things made the old way. This change is hurting people like Ram Prasad who are struggling to keep doing what they’ve always done.
The article talks about how the city’s culture is actually being hurt. Even though Varanasi attracts tourists because of its charm the artisans who helped build that unique charm are dealing with their traditional skills fading away. This means not only do these people lose their jobs but Varanasi could lose part of what makes it special.