Filoriya Kirana

This little shop in Rashadpura has been part of our lives for a long time. It’s a kirana store, so we have a bit of everything on the shelves. From pulses and rice to soap and snacks, we try to keep the basics that people need every day. The space is a bit tight, especially when we get a new shipment of sacks in, but we make it work. Most of our customers are neighbors who live just down the street. They come in for a bit of salt or some sugar and stay for a quick chat. It’s not a supermarket, just a regular corner shop. We open up early in the morning before the sun gets too hot and stay open until late evening. Sometimes the kids come in after school for some sweets. My family helps out behind the counter when things get busy. We spend a lot of time weighing out grains and stocking the shelves. It’s a simple life. We don’t have fancy displays or anything like that. The floor is a bit worn from all the feet walking through over the years. We know most people by their names and we know which brand of tea they prefer. If someone is short a few rupees, we usually just settle it next time. That is just how things go in Rashadpura. We aren't looking to expand or do anything big. We just like being here and serving the folks who live around us. It’s steady work and it keeps us busy throughout the year.