According to the account in Chapter 22, the Chavadi was in a state of severe disrepair. It was an old, dilapidated building constructed by Malik Ambar, inhabited by lizards and poisonous scorpions. The text highlights its squalor, mentioning that garbage was piled in the back, there were seventeen knee-deep holes, and lepers and dogs were also present. The environment was characterized by dampness from below and rain from above, with an uneven ground and constant exposure to wind and cold, making it a miserable place for Amir Shakkar, who was suffering from rheumatism.
What were the living conditions like in the Chavadi where Amir Shakkar had to stay?
๐ Chapter 22