V.V Kirana And General Stores

Our store is located right at the Ram Kote X Road, directly across from the busy bus stop. It is a very noisy spot in Hyderabad because of all the traffic and people waiting for their rides, but we are used to it now. We have been running this kirana shop for years. It is a simple place with a stone floor and shelves that go all the way to the ceiling. We keep everything from cooking oils and spices to biscuits and cleaning supplies. Because we are right by the bus stop, we get a lot of people who just pop in for a second while they wait. They might need a cold drink or a pack of cigarettes or some snacks for their journey. It keeps us on our feet all day long. Sometimes the shop gets very crowded, especially in the evenings when everyone is heading home from work. We have to move fast to get everyone what they want. It is a bit tight inside, and you might have to dodge a sack of sugar or two. We don't have a big fancy computer system, so we do everything by hand. Sometimes we make mistakes with the change, but we always fix it. It is just a regular local business where we know the people and they know us. We stay open late because that is when the area is the most active. It is hard work but it's our life.