Varun, his mind buzzing with plans and possibilities, decided to extend his stay in Kolkata for a week.
He recognized that the city, a microcosm of British India, presented both a challenge and an opportunity.
The revival of the 3D printer, while a personal goal, was also a means to a larger end.
He envisioned using the technology to improve the lives of the city's inhabitants, to alleviate the rampant poverty and malnutrition that plagued its streets.
He understood that repairing the printer was just the first step.
He needed to establish a sustainable infrastructure, a network of resources and expertise that could support the technology and disseminate its benefits.
This would require careful planning, strategic alliances, and a deep understanding of the city's complex social and political dynamics.
He resolved to spend his days exploring the city, immersing himself in its culture, and identifying potential allies.
He would seek out skilled artisans, resourceful merchants, and forward-thinking individuals who shared his vision.
He would also need to assess the availability of raw materials, the feasibility of establishing a power source, and the potential impact of his technological interventions.
He knew that his presence in Kolkata, a city teeming with life and simmering with discontent, would not go unnoticed.
The League, with its network of spies and informants, would be watching his every move.
He would need to be cautious, to operate under the radar, to avoid attracting unwanted attention.
He also knew that he was operating in a city dominated by British colonial power, a power that held sway over every aspect of life, from the bustling markets to the grand administrative buildings.
The Muslim League, a rising political force, also exerted significant influence, their power structures and networks weaving through the city's undercurrents.
Navigating this delicate power balance would be crucial to his success.
He had to be aware of the tension between these two forces, and how his actions could be seen as a threat to either or both of them.
But he also knew that he could not remain passive.
He had a responsibility, not just to himself, but to the people of this city, to this nation.
He had the knowledge, the skills, and the technology to make a difference, to alleviate suffering, to spark change.
He would use his week in Kolkata to lay the groundwork for a better future, a future where technology and compassion could coexist, a future where the 'City of Joy' could live up to its name, even amidst the complex political landscape.