70. Report - The fine
There are only 2 days left until departure. There is still no information about the exit permit. In the evening comes Jalam, the policeman who has to take care of my all-round security in the temple prison. He says to check my email. – Indeed, now a message has come in from FRRO. I will be allowed to leave the country once the stipulated fine has been paid. I control the amount of the penalty. During the interrogation last week, it was said that the punishment might not be applicable or that it was only minor. Now I see the amount - and I'm shocked: I have to pay 50,000 rupees - 600 euros. This is another extremely unpleasant surprise!! Besides, I don't have the money! I put my hands on my face, close my eyes and see what's inside. It's good that I'm aware of this situation. It's funny - positively funny: I can feel my financial worries dissolving. Instead, there is confidence: I will also borrow this money and at some point I will simply pay...