Hdil, Mumbai

Finding us can be a bit tricky if you don't know the area well. We’re in Room No. 839 at Rupa Devi Pada No. 2. A good way to find us is to look for the Dutta Mandir; we are right behind it on Road No. 22 in Waghle Estate. This part of Thane West is always buzzing with activity. There are small shops and workshops everywhere you look. Hdil fits right in with the local vibe of the estate. It’s a busy, working-class neighborhood where everyone is trying to make something of their day. Our room is small but it gets the job done. We’ve got the basics and that’s plenty for us. Being near the temple means there’s always a bit of a peaceful feeling even when the street outside is chaotic. We hear the bells and the traffic at the same time. It’s a very Thane kind of experience. We don't have a fancy reception or anything like that. Usually, someone is just sitting there working and they'll look up when you walk in. It’s honest work in a real part of town. Waghle Estate has its own rhythm and we’ve been part of it for a while now. We like being tucked away behind the mandir. It keeps things feeling a bit more private despite how crowded the area gets. Just a regular bunch of people working at Hdil. Nothing fancy to see.