I went to Khirai, the flower valley of West Bengal, because I wanted to find colours and work on light contrasts, on minimalist subjects. One more step in my growth as a photographer

It is on the bank of the Kansabati River in the East Midnapore District. This place is West Bengal’s own Flower Valley, with flower fields of marigolds and chrysanthemums, spread out almost as far as the eye can see. Mostly marigold is cultivated in a widespread area. Both men and women used to cultivate. They harvest then and when properly bloomed the flowers are picked, packed and taken to the flower market.