As A Computer Operator

I’ve been working as a computer operator from this little spot at 2461, Gali Lajpat Rai for a long time. It’s tucked right behind Asaf Ali Road in old Delhi, so it’s always pretty noisy and crowded outside. My daily life is mostly spent in front of a screen, typing up documents, filling out forms, or helping people with their digital work. In this part of town, there are always people who need something printed or a data sheet organized properly. I don't have a big fancy office or a bunch of employees. It’s just me and my machine in a small room. The walls could probably use a fresh coat of paint, and the desk is a bit cluttered with papers and cables, but I know where everything is. People come in with all sorts of requests, sometimes with handwritten notes that are hard to read, and I just get to work. It’s honest labor and I enjoy the focus it takes. Being near Asaf Ali Road means there is always a lot of energy nearby, but inside the gali, it’s just about getting the typing done right. I’ve seen technology change a lot since I started, but the need for someone to sit down and actually do the data entry never seems to go away. I just keep the computer running and take the jobs as they come through the door. It’s a quiet way to spend the day.