MATKA A vessel of hope

"Matka: A Vessel of Hope" is a powerful short film set in a town that delves
into the deep-seated issues of caste discrimination and untouchability. The story
follows a young Dalit boy who suffers cruel treatment at the hands of his teacher,
who forbids him from drinking water from a pot used by him. When the boy
defies this unjust rule, the consequences are severe, revealing the entrenched
prejudices within the community.
The boy’s father fights tirelessly for justice, navigating a system that often fails
the marginalized. A journalist, moved by the father's struggle and the boy's tragic
story, listens intently, leaving with the possibility of bringing the truth to light.
The film's open-ended conclusion leaves the audience questioning whether
justice will prevail, while underscoring the urgent need for societal change and
the end of caste-based discrimination.