Falguni Panchal

I work out of Saraspur here in Ahmedabad. It’s an older part of the city, very different from the newer areas with all the malls and big glass buildings. Saraspur has a lot of history and the people here are very down to earth. My work is pretty straightforward. I don't have a big shop with ten employees, it’s a much smaller operation. Most of the people I see are from the local streets around here. They know where I am and they just come by when they need something done. It is a very local vibe. Sometimes I’m working late into the evening because that is when people are free from their jobs. The streets in Saraspur can be narrow and it gets quite crowded, but that’s just the charm of the place. I’ve lived in Ahmedabad my whole life, so I’m used to the pace of things here. I don't really do much in terms of marketing or putting up big signs. People just know me and they tell their neighbors. It’s a slow way to build things, but it feels more honest that way. I just try to do my best with every person who comes to see me. It’s not about being fancy, it’s just about doing a good job so they feel happy when they leave. That’s pretty much how it goes every day.