Why was Kashiram so protective of a simple bundle of powdered sugar when he was being robbed?

The bundle of powdered sugar held immense significance for Kashiram beyond its material value. As the narrative in Chapter 0 explains, Kashiram carried this sugar because a saint named Janakidas Baba had advised him to feed it to ants. This act of service made the bundle very dear to him. When the Bhil robbers tried to take it, thinking it contained treasure, Kashiram decided he would not let it go, whatever the cost. His fierce defense of the sugar, which led to a violent confrontation, was not about protecting wealth, but about preserving an object tied to his spiritual practice and the advice of a holy person. This detail highlights his dedication to his spiritual duties.