M.K. Forge

M.K. Forge is tucked away in Gala No-2 inside the Haji Hadis Compound. If you know Qureshi Nagar, you know it can be a bit of a maze back here in Kurla East. Our workshop isn't very big, but we have managed to fit everything we need into this space. It’s a loud place most of the time because of the forging work. The ground vibrates a bit and the heat from the forge is something you just get used to after a while. We have been in this compound for years and we know all the other shop owners around us. It’s a tight-knit spot where everyone is just trying to get their orders finished. The walls are stained with soot and the floor is rough stone, but that is just part of the job. We don’t have a fancy sign or a reception area. You just walk in and you’ll see us working. Sometimes the trucks have a hard time getting into the narrow lane, so there is always a bit of shouting and directing traffic. It’s hard work and your hands are always dirty by the end of the day. But we take some pride in what we make here. We just do things the old way, focusing on the metal and the hammers. It’s a gritty life, but it suits us just fine. We don't need much else besides our tools and enough light to see by.