Khemraj Shrikrishnadass

Our place, Khemraj Shrikrishnadass, sits on the corner of 7th Khetwadi Back Road. The address is Plot No.91/109, and the street itself is actually named Khemraj Shri Krishna Das Marg, which is a bit of a legacy for us. We are in an old part of Mumbai where the buildings have a lot of character and the streets are narrow. This building has been here for a very long time, and you can tell by the thick walls and the old-style layout. We are mostly known for our printing and publishing work, especially older texts. The rooms are filled with heavy wooden shelves and the floor is slightly uneven in places. It feels like stepping back in time when you come inside. We have piles of books everywhere, and the smell of ink is part of the atmosphere. We don't have a modern reception desk; usually, someone just looks up from their work when they hear the door. It’s a family-run sort of environment. We spend our days managing the stock and answering questions from people who are looking for specific old editions. The traffic outside on the corner can be very loud, with horns honking all day, but inside it’s usually quite peaceful. We just focus on keeping the wheels turning and making sure these books are still available for anyone who wants them. It’s a slow, steady kind of work that we've done for generations.