Chatrath

Chatrath is located right near Pankaj Market in Kalbadevi, specifically at 26/28. If you’ve ever been to this part of Mumbai, you know how tight the lanes can be. It’s a whirlwind of activity from sunrise to sunset. We’ve got a small shop front and a bit of storage in the back. It’s usually piled high with stock because space is hard to come by around here. We spend a lot of time moving boxes and checking lists. It’s a very hands-on job. The building is one of those old ones with narrow stairs that make your knees hurt after a few trips up and down. We don’t have a fancy lobby or a receptionist. Usually, whoever is closest to the door is the one who helps you out. The fans hum all day long to keep the heat away, but it’s still pretty warm in the summer months. We drink a lot of water and tea. Most of our neighbors are also in trade, so there’s always someone popping in to borrow a tool or just to complain about the weather. We aren't trying to change the world, we just want to make sure our customers get what they need without any fuss. It’s a bit messy sometimes, and the paperwork can get backed up on Mondays, but we always catch up eventually. It’s just the way things go at Chatrath and we have grown quite fond of the chaos here.