Sri Nidhi

Sri Nidhi is situated right near the Koramangala Passport Office, which means we see a lot of people every day. The area is always buzzing with folks in a hurry, trying to get their papers in order. Our shop is small, and we’ve filled every inch of it with supplies and equipment. We usually have the radio playing in the background, though half the time we aren't even listening to it. It’s a lot of standing on our feet and dealing with various requests as they come in. Because we are so close to the passport office, we get a lot of questions about forms and photocopies. We have a couple of old chairs for people to use, but they are usually occupied by someone waiting. The humidity can be a bit much in the afternoons, so we keep the door wide open to let the breeze in. We’ve been here long enough that we know all the other vendors on the street. We usually share a meal or a snack in the late afternoon when things quiet down for a bit. It’s not a fancy setup at all, just a practical place for people to get what they need. We don't have a big marketing plan; we just open the shop and see who comes through the door. It’s a simple way to earn a living here in this part of town.