Harun Bepari

Located in Kunjhad, our shop sits near the bus stand on the main road. It’s a straightforward kind of place, under the name Harun Bepari. We deal with various goods that people in this part of Aurangabad need for their daily lives. The shop isn't very large, but we make use of every inch of wall space for shelving. You’ll see sacks of grain stacked up in the corners and smaller items hanging from hooks near the ceiling. The air usually smells a bit like spices and dry earth. Being near the bus stand means we see a lot of people coming and going from the surrounding villages. It’s a noisy spot with the sound of horns and people talking loudly to be heard over the traffic. We don't spend much on decorations because that’s not what people come here for. They just want their supplies at a fair price. We’ve seen many seasons pass from this doorway, from the heavy monsoon rains that turn the road muddy to the dry heat that makes everything move slow. My family has been involved in this kind of work for a long time. We just open up early, sweep the floor, and start the day. It’s honest work and it keeps us busy from dawn until the sun sets over the district. We usually sit outside on a small bench when there are no customers. It's a good way to see what's happening on the road.