Dougla Karyana Stores

Over in Industrial Area A in Versova, Dougla Karyana Stores stays pretty busy. Since we are near all the factories and workshops, we get a lot of workers coming in during their breaks. They usually want a quick snack, a cold drink, or maybe some tobacco. I keep the shelves packed with biscuits and packets of noodles because those sell the fastest. The floor is concrete and it’s seen a lot of boots walking over it. It’s a bit of a dusty area because of all the trucks moving around outside, so I’m always wiping down the counter. I’ve got a small fridge that hums loudly in the corner, keeping the water bottles cold. It’s not a place where people linger too long; they usually have to get back to their shifts. I start my day early to make sure everything is ready before the first factory whistle blows. The shop doesn't have much decoration, just a few calendars on the wall and the basic goods people need. Sometimes the power goes out in the industrial area and we just use a flashlight until it comes back on. It’s a practical kind of place. I don't spend money on advertising because the people who work around here already know where I am. We just provide the basics and keep things moving. It’s a simple life in a loud part of town, and that’s alright with me.