Mohd Altaf General Store

At Mohd Altaf General Store, things stay pretty busy most days. We are located right on the Main Road in Baghiyas, Chattabal. It's an area in Srinagar where everyone knows everyone else. I spend most of my time checking the stock and making sure we have the basics like flour, oil, and soap for the neighbors. People come in for all sorts of things, maybe a packet of tea or some biscuits for their guests. We don't really do anything special here, it is just a regular shop where you can find what you need for the house. The weather in Srinagar can be tricky, especially in the winter when it gets very cold, but we keep the doors open for as long as possible. Some days are slow and I just sit on the counter talking to the regulars who live around the corner. It's a small shop, so things can get a bit cramped when a lot of people come in at once. We don't have fancy displays or anything like that. I just put things where they fit on the shelves. Being on the Main Road means there is always some noise from the traffic outside, but you get used to it after a few years. It's been our way of life for a long time now. We try to have what people ask for so they don't have to walk too far to get their daily needs.