Ketan U

The area around Chembur Sector 15 and Bharti Market on Phadke Road is always a bit of a maze. I spend most of my time right in the middle of it. It’s a crowded spot, and if you aren’t careful, you’ll get lost between the stalls. My setup is simple. I don’t have a big corporate lobby or a receptionist. If you want to talk to me, you just find me at the desk. I handle a lot of different bits and pieces throughout the day. Some people think it’s a bit chaotic, but I have my own way of keeping track of things. The GPO is close by, which helps with the mail, and the market energy keeps you awake even on slow days. I’ve seen businesses come and go on Phadke Road, but I’ve managed to stick around. I’m not trying to build an empire or anything like that. I just want to keep things moving and make a living. Sometimes the electricity goes out or the street gets flooded during the monsoon, and we all just wait it out together. It’s a very local way of living. I know the guys at the tea stall and the people at the neighboring shops. We look out for each other. It’s not always easy, and the hours can be long, but it’s what I know. Just simple work in a busy market without any special decorations.