Dwarka

Out here on East Park Road, things move at their own pace. Our office is tucked into 40-A Model Basti, and if you aren’t looking closely, you might drive right past it. New Delhi is always crowded, but this little pocket feels a bit more like home to us. We’ve been operating as Dwarka for a good number of years. It’s not a large operation, just a few of us sitting around desks, handling whatever comes through the door. The building is older, with those thick walls that stay cool even when the Haryana sun is beating down outside. We usually keep the door propped open for a bit of air. You can hear the sounds of the street, the rickshaws, and people shouting to each other, which keeps things lively. We don’t really do big meetings or fancy presentations here. It’s mostly just us answering the phone and filing papers. Sometimes the electricity goes out and we have to sit and wait, which gives us a chance to catch up on local gossip or just stare out at the trees. It’s a practical setup. We know the neighbors, and they know us. Most of our day is spent making sure the orders are right and that we haven't missed any messages. It isn't a glamorous life, but it’s what we do. We like the familiarity of Model Basti and the way the evening light hits the park across the way. It’s just about getting through the daily tasks and starting again tomorrow.