The poem "Father Returning Home" is written by Dilip Chitre. It tells the story of an old man who is very lonely as he comes home after a long day at work. The poet describes his quiet and solitary journey home on the crowded Mumbai local train.
The poem uses the father's journey as a metaphor for his isolated life. Even though he is surrounded by many people, he feels alone. The man carries a bag full of books, suggesting he might be a well-read and educated person.
The poem is written in simple language, making it easy to understand. It uses vivid imagery (pictures created with words) and simile (comparing two different things using "like" or "as").
The second part of the poem describes the man once he's inside his home. The meal he eats shows it's of poor quality and is served without care. His family doesn't keep him company after his long day. He feels like a stranger among his own family, in his own house. His children don't even talk to him. He goes to sleep, thinking about his past and what the future holds.
The main message of the poem is about how elderly people are sometimes used by their own children but then neglected when they need care and support. The poem teaches us how we should not behave towards people who are in the later stages of their life.
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