Altaf Shaikh

I’ve been working out of this space on Vasna Road for quite some time now. Being located near Old Padra Road and Nana Peth means there’s always people moving around. It’s a bit of a trek for some, but for us, it’s just the daily commute to the office. The address is 4, and it’s tucked away in a way that you might miss it if you aren’t looking closely. I started this because I wanted a place of my own where I could handle things my way. It’s not a shiny corporate office with a lobby and a receptionist. Usually, it’s just me at the desk or someone else helping out with the paperwork. We get a lot of heat in the summers here, so the fan is always going full blast. I like the area because it’s got a mix of everything. You’ve got the old parts of town clashing with the newer developments. Some days are slow and I end up drinking too much tea, while other days I can barely find time to sit down. My neighbors are mostly local shops and people who have lived here for decades. We don’t have any big slogans or fancy promises to show off. We just show up every morning and handle whatever comes through the door. It’s honest work and it keeps the lights on, which is all I really ever wanted. I hope that makes sense.