An instance of hope or resilience – Saheb’s continued search in the garbage, driven by the occasional discovery of a rupee or a ten-rupee note, symbolises his hope and resilience against the overwhelming odds of his harsh life.
This reflects the theme of enduring hope amidst poverty and destitution - the human spirit’s capacity to dream and hope, even in the terribly dire circumstances - suggesting that the desire for a better life can exist independent of one's current state of poverty.