Ravi Gents Parlour

Ravi Gents Parlour is right across from Sulanguri School in the Sulanguri Colony. Because of the school, the mornings and afternoons are very loud with kids running around and parents waiting. It gives the street a lot of life. The shop is small and tucked into the colony. We have two main chairs and a bench for people to wait on. The bench has a cushion that's a bit worn down, but it's okay for a short wait. We keep a stack of old newspapers and magazines on a small table near the door. Most of the men in the colony come here. We know who wants a short cut and who just wants a shave without having to ask much. The air is often filled with the smell of aftershave and talcum powder. We have a small sink in the back for washing up. The walls have a few pictures of different hairstyles, though most people just ask for the same thing every time. The lighting is a bit dim towards the back, but we have a good lamp near the mirrors. On hot days, the ceiling fan spins as fast as it can. Sometimes the school bell rings and we know exactly what time it is. The floor tiles are a bit mismatched in one corner. It’s a simple routine we have here. We open up early and stay until the colony goes quiet.