The overnight train from Bhuj to Mumbai was like a 16 hour movie. So many scenes out our window. We passed urban junctions full of commuters rushing for the open seating cars, rural pastures full of cows, people living with piles of garbage, derelict buildings crenelated with dish antennas.
Once we got to Mumbai, we switched to another train and enjoyed the constant flow of snack vendors running up and down the aisles. Chili pakora? Yes, thanks! Chai, sweets, tomato soup, sandwiches, phone chargers, bangle bracelets, toys…it was 3 hours of shopping opportunities.
