Archana Mantri

Archana Mantri is based out of 24 B on Dadu Marg in Gopal Bari. It’s a fairly central spot, but Dadu Marg itself can be a little quiet compared to the main roads. The office is really just a couple of rooms that we’ve filled with bookshelves and filing cabinets. There’s a big window that looks out onto the street, and we spend a lot of time watching the local vendors go by. We’ve been in Gopal Bari for a while, so we’re familiar with all the local shortcuts and the best places to grab a quick snack. The space at 24 B is a bit cramped because we keep everything—records, old files, and even some spare chairs we don't use. It’s a functional setup. We don't have a fancy logo on the door or anything like that. People just know to look for the building on Dadu Marg. Our daily routine is pretty standard: open up, check the messages, and get through the paperwork. Sometimes the phone rings off the hook, and other times it’s completely silent for hours. We don't have a corporate strategy. We just deal with whatever comes through the door. It’s an honest way to work, and being in a place like Gopal Bari makes it feel more like a community than just a job. We just keep our heads down and do the work we know how to do.