Bishan R. Shah

It’s just us here at 78 Swami Gunatit Soc. in Memnagar. Bishan R. Shah has been the name on the door for a while now. Most days start with the sound of the gate opening and someone coming in from the street. Memnagar is a busy part of town, but inside the society, it stays relatively quiet. We keep our files organized on the shelves, though sometimes things get a bit messy when we are busy. There isn't much to say about the building itself. It’s a standard spot, easy enough to find if you know where the society is. The sun hits the front window in the afternoon, making it quite warm unless the fan is on high. We spend a lot of time sitting at the desks, looking over papers and making sure everything adds up right. People from around the neighborhood stop by, sometimes just to ask a question or drop something off. It is a simple setup with chairs for guests and a heavy wooden table. We don't have any fancy decorations or a big reception area. It’s just an office where work gets done day after day. Sometimes the tea lady comes by with a tray, and we take a short break. Then it’s back to the ledgers and the calculator. That is how it goes here. We have been in this spot long enough that the walls feel familiar. It’s a honest day’s work in a quiet corner of Ahmedabad.