Rajender Arya

I spend most of my working hours at number 230 in Tis Hazari. My name is Rajender Arya and this has been my base for a long time. If you know the area, you know it’s always crowded and there’s a lot of noise from the streets. My office is a simple room that I’ve filled with books and papers over the years. It’s not the most organized place, but I have a system that works for me. The walls could probably use a new coat of paint, but I haven't gotten around to it yet. I usually have a cup of tea on the desk and a stack of files waiting to be read. People come and go throughout the day, mostly locals who know where to find me. It's a functional space without any unnecessary decorations. I don't use any high-tech gadgets, just a phone and my stationary. Being in Tis Hazari means you’re always in the middle of the action, which I don’t mind. It keeps things interesting. Sometimes the power goes out for a bit, so I keep a few candles and a flashlight in the drawer just in case. I don't try to impress anyone with a fancy office. It’s just a place where I come to do my job and then go home. It’s steady and it’s what I know. Most days I walk to get lunch from the corner shop.