Ripal Cold Drink

Ripal Cold Drink is situated at Plot No. 44 in Panchsheel Nagar. We are right near the Dasa Maa Temple, which is where most people know us from. Maneja is a growing area, and being near the temple means we see a lot of people during festivals and on the weekends. The shop is on a ground floor plot, and it is a pretty straightforward setup. I have my refrigerators lined up along the wall and a small counter where I sit. It gets quite busy when there are events at the temple. I have lived in Maneja for many years, so I know most of the families in Panchsheel Nagar. They stop by for a drink and a quick chat. I don't have any fancy lighting or modern decor. It is just a plain shop with cold drinks. Sometimes the dust from the road blows in, so I am always cleaning the bottles. I handle the orders and the cleaning myself. It is a small operation, but it keeps me occupied. I like the routine of opening up and seeing the neighbors every day. It’s a quiet life for the most part, except for the temple days when the bells are ringing and the streets are full of stalls. I don't need any big advertisements; being near the Dasa Maa Temple is enough for people to find me. The fridge hums all day long, and I just sit on my plastic chair waiting for the next customer. It is a humble place, but it is mine.