Mantu Dutta

I've been here in Ganganagar for quite some time now. My place is right on Jhautala Road in North 24 Parganas. If you're coming through Kolkata, you probably know how busy this area gets. It's just a simple setup I have here. People stop by when they’re passing through or when they live just around the corner. I try to keep things organized, but sometimes the shop gets a bit cluttered when new stock arrives. It's just me mostly, taking care of whatever needs doing. The street outside is usually noisy with rickshaws and people walking to the market. I open up early in the morning because that's when most people are out and about. It's a humid place, especially during the rains, so I'm always checking on things to make sure nothing gets damp. There isn't much to say about it other than it’s where I spend my days. I've known some of the neighbors for years. We talk about the weather or the local news while I'm working. It’s not a big fancy showroom or anything like that. Just a local spot where things get done. Sometimes the electricity goes out for a bit, so we just wait it out. It's part of living here. If you need to find me, just look for the sign on Jhautala Road. I'm usually there unless I've stepped out for a quick tea at the stall nearby. I hope the traffic isn't too bad when you come by.