Sanjib Dey

I have been based on Nazrul Sarani in Ashram Para for a good while now. It is a relatively decent part of Siliguri, not too far from the main hubs but a bit quieter than the big market areas. My setup here as Sanjib Dey is pretty straightforward. I have a small room where I do my work and meet people who need to see me. There isn't any fancy decor or expensive lighting in here. It is just a functional space with a desk, some chairs, and a few shelves. I tend to start my day early when it is still a bit cool outside. Ashram Para has a nice feel to it, and I like being part of this local community. Most of my work involves sitting down with people and going through things step by step until they are clear. I don't use any complicated systems or big machines to get things done. It is mostly just paper and conversation. Sometimes the neighborhood kids are playing outside in the street and it gets a bit loud, but it doesn't bother me much. I have gotten to know the other shopkeepers and the residents on the street over the years. We often share a cup of tea in the late afternoons when things slow down. I don't really think of this as a big business or anything like that. It is just what I do to make a living and help people out. It’s simple.