Narayan invites Sagar for tea at Ramanna's shop. They discuss the differences between life in their village versus in Bangalore. Sagar acknowledges the village has natural beauty but lacks modern amenities. Narayan prefers the simplicity and basic needs fulfilled in the village. They then receive and enjoy their tea.
A notice announces a meeting to oppose construction plans by an industrialist, Mr. Dixit, that will damage the village's beauty and disrupt villagers' lives. All natives are requested to attend and raise their voices against the corporate plans.
A diary entry expresses worry that the village and friendships will be lost due to big companies building hotels to control the natives and destroy the village. A