It is essential to pay attention to industry and crafts as well; after all, how long can one continue to depend on a salary from the government?

In his signature satirical style, Akbar Allahabadi gently mocks the obsession with government jobs and colonial stipends. He urges society to turn towards self-reliance, craftsmanship, and local industry ('san'at-o-hirfat') rather than remaining dependent on a master's payroll. Beneath the wit lies a timeless call for dignity, enterprise, and economic independence.