Mahendra Kumar Tak

Our place is right in the Main Bazar of Sojat City. If you have ever walked through the bazar, you know how lively it is. There’s always someone calling out or the sound of a motorbike passing by. My name is Mahendra Kumar Tak, and I have been operating out of this shop for quite some time. The location is great because everyone passes by eventually. The shop isn't very large, and it can get a bit crowded when more than two people are inside. I’ve got shelves lining the walls and a counter that has been worn smooth by years of use and leaning. In the summer, it gets pretty hot, so we keep the doors open to catch whatever breeze there is from the street. I know almost everyone who walks past the front door, and we usually exchange a nod or a quick word. It’s the kind of place where people stop to chat even if they don’t need anything in particular. I don’t use any fancy equipment or have a big team helping me. It’s just a traditional way of doing business in a small town. We open up early and stay until the market starts to quiet down in the evening. There is a sense of rhythm to the days here that I really appreciate. It’s not about being the biggest or the most modern; it’s just about being a part of the daily life of Sojat City.