Banothu Saroja

Indira Nagar is a very crowded part of Khairatabad. My spot is located at 8-2-269/19/592/A-1. It’s tucked away in a busy lane where there are always scooters zipping past and people walking to the local market. Working here in Shaikpet Mandal means you see all kinds of people every single day. I mostly deal with small-scale trading and providing bits and pieces that the city folks need. The space is small, but every inch of it is filled with something. I don't have a lot of room for a fancy desk, so I usually just work from a small stool near the front. It’s noisy because of the city sounds, but you get used to it after a while. I spend my mornings tidying up and getting things ready for the customers who stop by on their way to work. In the evenings, it gets even busier when everyone is returning home. It’s a lot of talking and making sure people get exactly what they asked for. I don’t do any big marketing. Most of my business comes from people just walking past and seeing that I’m open. It’s a practical way to earn a living in a place like Hyderabad. There is always something happening on the street, and I like being part of that energy. It’s not a perfect setup, but it’s mine and it keeps me going day after day.