Anmol General Store

Anmol General Store is our little place in the Kavalbyrasandra area of Ludhiana. It’s a typical neighborhood shop where we keep a bit of everything. From lentils and rice to soaps and notebooks for the school kids. The shelves are packed tight, and sometimes things are hard to find, but we know where every single jar is hidden. We open early in the morning before most people are even awake because that's when the milk delivery comes. It’s a long day, staying open until late at night. My wife and I take turns behind the counter. We know almost everyone who walks through the door, and we know what they usually need without them even asking. It’s not a supermarket with trolleys and bright lights. It’s just a small room filled with the smell of spices and tea leaves. Sometimes the kids come in for a single piece of candy, and we don't mind. We have a small ledger for the regulars who pay at the end of the month. It’s based on trust. The neighborhood has changed a lot, but we try to keep things the same in here. It’s a bit cramped and the floor is worn down from all the walking, but it’s our life. We don't do home delivery with apps, but we might drop something off if a neighbor is sick and can't come out. It is just a basic shop for basic needs.