Dulhan Shingar Centre

Down in Bhairon Bazar, things are always moving. Dulhan Shingar Centre is right in the middle of it all. It’s a small shop, mostly filled with all those little things people need for getting ready or for certain events. We have boxes stacked up everywhere and the counter is usually covered with stuff we’re currently sorting through. The market can get quite loud with all the scooters and people talking, but we’re used to it by now. We open up early and stay until the sun goes down. Most days it’s just about helping someone find the right shade of something or a specific set of bangles. We don't have a big team, just a couple of us who know the stock well. Sometimes the shop feels a bit cramped because we try to fit so much inside, but that’s just how it is in the bazaar. We've been at this spot for quite some time, and we’ve seen the street change quite a bit over the years. Some shops have gone and new ones have come, but we’re still here. It’s not a glamorous job, but it’s what we do. We like the regular rhythm of the market and the way people just drop in while they’re doing their other shopping. It feels honest to work like this every day. It’s just us here and we keep things simple while we wait for the evening to roll around.