Haji and Rupchand are amongst those who oppress the poor sharecroppers of Asmanpur. Eventually, Jagra and Nitai raise their voices against them but are incessantly harassed.
Noni, a farmer's son, has little interest in his duties and responsibilities on the farm. Instead, he is more interested in the arts, particularly playing the flute, as well as the local stage productions organized by a local group.