Gokaldas Images

This particular branch, Gokaldas Apparels, is situated at 19 Mysore Deviation Road in Gopalpuram. It's an interesting spot in Bangalore because of all the movement nearby. We are right in the thick of it here. The building is usually full of the sound of sewing machines and people moving boxes around. It’s a very hands-on environment. We don't spend much time sitting in fancy chairs. Most of the day is spent on our feet, checking on the lines or making sure the packing is done right. The road outside is always congested, so getting supplies in and out can be a bit of a headache sometimes. But that is just how it is in this part of town. We’ve got a diverse group of people working here, and most of us have been around for years. We don't bother with a lot of corporate slogans or big missions. We just want to make sure the clothes we produce are put together properly. It’s a lot of repetitive work, but we find our rhythm. There is a small tea stall nearby where we usually go for a break, which is a nice escape from the noise inside. We aren't trying to be the biggest or the flashiest, just a solid place where work gets done correctly. The floors are a bit worn and the walls could use some paint, but the work we do is what matters. It keeps us going every single day.