Pulijata Venkata Gopal Krishna

The business is named Pulijata Venkata Gopal Krishna, which is quite a mouthful, so most people just call me by my last name or simply come in and start talking. I’ve been based in Hyderabad for a long time, and I’ve seen the city change quite a bit from my office window. My setup is pretty basic. I have a desk, a couple of chairs for guests, and a computer that is a few years old but still works fine. I don't believe in spending money on things that don't help the work get done. Most of my day is spent dealing with paperwork and talking to people who have various needs. It’s not glamorous, but it is steady work. I try to be straightforward with everyone. If I can help, I will. If I can't, I'll say so. There’s no point in making things more complicated than they need to be. The office is usually a bit dusty because of the construction nearby, and I’ve given up on trying to keep it perfectly clean. It feels lived-in, which I think people appreciate. They don't feel like they have to be on their best behavior here. We have some tea, discuss what needs to be done, and then I get to it. My family has been in this city for generations, so I feel a strong connection to the local community. It’s just a normal business run by a normal person.