Rohinton Mistry's 'Such a Long Journey' is the story of the turbulent life of Gustad Noble and his family, who live in Khodadad Building in north Mumbai. The story depicts a series of events such as his son Sohrab's refusal to attend the Indian Institution of Technology, the difficulties faced by his friends and family, the political unrest and chaos caused by the Indian War and Pakistan. Gustad changes from a stubborn, materialistic, horrible person to someone who is open-minded and more adaptable to the circumstantial changes in his life. Ultimately, Gustad Noble journeys to a better understanding of his role as a father, friend, and citizen of India. In the story, Gustad is presented as a loving and caring father, passionate about the future of his eldest son, Sohrab. He carries many grievances from the past that have limited his opportunities to succeed in his life and wishes to realize his unfulfilled desires through his son. Sohrab's intelligence and genius at home and at school assure his parents that their son is very special and capable of doing anything in his life. His father begins to predict that one day his son will become an aeronautical engineer, architect or scientific researcher. Furthermore, Gustad is happy that his son is also interested in the family tradition of furniture making when he says that "this love of carpentry must be in the blood" (Mistry 65). He endures all the hardships and encourages his son to understand the idea of ​​studying at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT). “And the Indian Institute of Technology became the Promised Land” (Mistry 66) indicates the extent of Gustad's predetermination and resolve regarding his son's future. Gustad's attempt to protect and save his middle of paper ......andhi and Shiv Sena. Gustad learns that his friend is a deep thinker. “It dawned on Gustad that he had done his friend a grave injustice all these years, by considering him merely a prankster” (Mistry 74). Gustad plays with Dinshawji's feelings and motivates his friend to help him with bank deposits as "the worst Gustad felt about having to cheat his sick friend who was now ready to break banking laws and jeopardize his job and his retirement so close to retirement” (Mistry 144). He blames Dinshawji for his provocative behavior towards Laurie. He warns Dinshawji that if he doesn't stop bothering Laurie, he will lose his job and his pension, but Gustad was more concerned about his bail. Dinshawji shows great determination and courage by withdrawing the money five days ahead of schedule, then collapses and dies in hospital. Gustad apologizes to Dinshawji for exploiting him.