Banotu Balaji.

I am based out of Matrakunta Thanda, which is in the Velishala village area of Thirumalagiri. It’s a bit of a trek for some, but it’s home for me. I’ve been working here under the name Banotu Balaji for a while. My setup isn't anything like what you see in the big cities. It’s more of a local operation where things are done by hand and with a lot of patience. People in Velishala know me as someone who just gets on with things. I don't really have a marketing plan or a big website. Most people find out about me because they live nearby or a friend told them to stop by Matrakunta Thanda. I wake up when the sun comes up and usually stay busy until it’s dark. The work is steady, and I like that. We deal with whatever comes our way, whether it's small jobs or something that takes a few days. The air is clean here, and the pace of life is slower than in the town. Sometimes I take a break and sit under the trees to chat with whoever is passing by. You learn a lot that way. I’ve lived here for years, and the business has just grown naturally without much forcing. It’s just about being there when people need something. I don't use fancy equipment, just what works for the job. That’s how we do it here. It might not look like much to a stranger, but it’s plenty for us and for the people we help every single day.