VOICED: Mumbai's washermen fear rise of the machines

The video explores the century-old Kobe Cart, known as the world's largest laundry, where workers like Prem have been washing clothes for generations. Despite the backbreaking work, they earn only $7 a day. However, technological advancements and India's growing economy threaten this traditional livelihood, as machines become more affordable. The community fears displacement and loss of income, with modernization posing a significant threat to their existence. Prem, whose family has been part of this tradition for decades, acknowledges the inevitability of progress but worries about the future.

What is the significance of the Kobe cart in the context of the workers' lives?

What challenges do the washer folk face in their daily work?

How has technology impacted the traditional laundry work in the area?

What concerns do the workers have regarding their future?

Describe Prem's connection to the tradition of laundry work.