Jaganlal General Shop

You can find Jaganlal General Shop right in the Dhuadhar Market in Bhedaghat. We are very close to the Narmada River, which is a beautiful place to be. A lot of tourists come through here to see the waterfalls, and they often stop in for water or snacks. But mostly, we serve the local people who live and work in Jabalpur City. The shop has been in our family for a while now. It’s a small space, and the walls are painted a simple blue. We have a lot of items packed into the corners, from soap to pulses. During the monsoon, the air gets very damp because we are so close to the water. We have to be careful about how we store the flour and sugar then. The market can be very crowded on weekends, but during the week it is much slower. I usually sit out front on a plastic chair when there aren't many customers. It’s a good way to see who is passing by. We don't have any fancy displays or bright lights. Just the basic things people need for their daily lives. Sometimes I run out of change and have to ask the neighbor shop for some coins. That’s just how it goes in Bhedaghat. We are simple people running a simple shop. If you’re visiting the river, you’ll likely walk right past us near the market entrance. We hope to keep the doors open for many more years to come.