Mumbai

It is not just another city for me
It is my birth place
If you lived here
you know how beautiful is this mess!

People are very busy here
They might appear to be rude
but I have not seen anybody here
having to sleep without food

While the whole world is busy talking
big talks about being secular
Mahalaxmi and Haji Ali
have always been here together

Monsoon is pretty crazy here
always bringing heavy rain
but vada paav and cutting chai
leaves work commute without pain

Mumbai is the city that never sleeps
It is always very busy
the show must go on
 may the weather be clear or hazy

It is not only about work though
It is also about very serious play
With Holi, Diwali and Ganpati
we celebrate life's holiday

Freedom fighters, sportsmen and actors
leaders, businessmen and law
It has given a lot to the world
both matured and very raw

It is the city of different colors
the city of rich and poor
It always has a special place 
in my heart's secret door. 


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