Shri Jay Jalaram Kirana Stores

Shri Jay Jalaram Kirana Stores is right there at the New Madhupura Chowk in Adajan Dn. It’s a very busy intersection, so there is always a lot of dust and noise from the scooters and cars passing by. We deal in kirana items, which basically means all the dry goods you need for cooking. We have big bags of rice, different kinds of dals, and various spices that we sell by weight. The shop is often crowded with stock because we try to keep enough for everyone who lives in the apartments around Adajan. It’s a bit of a workout moving the heavy bags around every morning when the delivery truck comes. My hands are usually a bit dusty from the flour and spices. We don't have a fancy cooling system, just the natural breeze if we are lucky. The counters are made of thick wood and have some scratches from years of use, but they are sturdy. People know us as the place at the chowk where they can get their monthly rations. We don't use any fancy apps or anything, just a simple calculator and a notebook to keep track of things. It’s a traditional way of doing business, and it seems to work fine for us and our customers. Every day is the same routine of opening up, weighing goods, and talking to the regulars who come by for their groceries. It is a steady way to spend the day.