Aarav worked as a software engineer, a nod to India’s status as a , but his daily routine was anchored in ancient traditions. Before breakfast, he watched his mother draw a Rangoli —a geometric pattern made of colored powders—at their doorstep. "It’s to welcome the gods and guests alike," she reminded him. In Indian culture, the philosophy of Atithi Devo Bhava (The Guest is God) isn't just a saying; it’s the blueprint for every social interaction.