Aparesh Das Purkayastha

The Aparesh Das Purkayastha office is situated at Oakland-20 in Shillong. If you’ve ever been to Meghalaya, you know the weather can change in a heartbeat, and it’s no different here in our corner of the world. 793001 is the pin code to look for. Being right in the middle of a place that feels very connected to the hills is a unique experience. Our building is an older one, but it’s sturdy and keeps out the rain when the monsoon hits. A small group of us have been working together for quite some time now. Knowing the local area well means we have seen Shillong change a lot over the years. The workspace reflects those years. It’s got a bit of character, maybe some dust on the shelves, but it’s where we feel at home. Technology is used only when it is absolutely necessary. Keeping records in a way that makes sense to us is more important than having the latest software. Impressing people with a polished image isn't the goal. Staying in Oakland-20 and continuing our work is what we plan to do. Life is quiet for the most part, and that suits us just fine. People know where to find us if they need anything. We’ll likely be here, having a cup of tea and looking out at the mist. The mountains have a way of keeping you grounded. We just keep our heads down and do the work that needs to be done.