Dashmesh Rice Mills

Dashmesh Rice Mills is located in V.P.O. Kadgill, right along Jandiala Guru Road. It’s a bit of a drive from the main town, which means it’s a little quieter here, except for when the mill is actually running. The air feels a bit fresher out by the village, though you still get plenty of dust once the rice starts moving. We have a large open area where we dry the grain when the sun is out. It’s a lot of manual labor, turning the grain over so it dries evenly. Most of our workers live right here in Kadgill, so we all know each other’s families. It feels more like a community spot than a factory. The building is painted a faded color that I can't quite name anymore. We don't have any high-tech security, just a sturdy gate and people who keep an eye out. The Jandiala Guru Road sees a fair amount of traffic, mostly tractors and the occasional bus. When we have a breakdown, we usually fix it ourselves with whatever tools we have in the shed. We don't like to wait around for mechanics from the city. It’s a simple life, focused on the seasons and the crops. We don't have any grand plans to expand or become some huge company. We just want to keep the mill running and the bags filled.