Mulkh Raj Rice & Gen. Mills

You can find us near the New Grain Market, which is usually a hive of activity. Our mill, Mulkh Raj Rice & Gen. Mills, is right in the thick of it. The sound of the machinery is something we’ve lived with for years. It’s a steady rhythm that tells us everything is running okay. We spend our days processing rice and making sure the grain is handled properly. It is not the cleanest job in the world. There is always a layer of fine husk in the air, but that is just part of the milling life. We don’t have a big team, just a few local guys who know how to handle the equipment. We start when the sun comes up and usually don’t finish until late. The office is just a small corner with a fan and a few old files. We don't spend much time sitting down anyway. Usually, we are out checking the weight of the bags or making sure the loading is going smoothly. The grain market area is always changing, with new shops opening up, but we’ve stayed put. People know where we are if they need milling done. We don't do much advertising; word of mouth has always been enough for us. It’s a simple, practical business that keeps us busy throughout the seasons. We just keep our heads down and do the work.