Lakshmi Narayanan

I run things here at Plot Number 84 in the Sai Ratna Estate, which is part of Valmiki Nagar in Anantapur. It’s a decent-sized plot where I’ve set up my workspace. I’ve lived in this district for most of my life, so I know the area well. The estate is a bit away from the main town noise, which I prefer. My setup is pretty basic. I have a room for storage and a small area where I sit and do the accounts. There isn't a team of people working here, mostly it is just me and sometimes a cousin helps out when things get backed up. The sun can be really strong in Anantapur, so I spend a lot of time making sure the tea stays out of the heat. The building is painted a light color to help with that. I don't have a website or anything like that. People usually just call me or stop by because they saw the sign on the gate. It’s a quiet way to earn a living. I spend my mornings checking the stock and my afternoons dealing with the local shops that I supply. The roads around here can be a bit bumpy, but the delivery trucks manage. It is a straightforward business without any bells and whistles. I just try to keep my customers happy and my inventory moving. That is about it for my daily routine.