Radhakrishna Kirana & General Stores

Our shop, Radhakrishna Kirana & General Stores, is out in Gajuwaka near the Vodafone tower. The address is D.No 75-11-9. Being near the tower makes us easy to find, though the street can get quite noisy with all the bikes and cars zooming past. We have been here for a good number of years, selling all the standard items like soaps, oils, and different kinds of grains. The shop is packed tight, and sometimes we have to move three things just to reach one item at the back. It’s a bit of a mess during the delivery hours when boxes are scattered everywhere, but we eventually get it sorted out. We don't have a big team, just a couple of us who know where every single packet of spice is located. The customers are mostly locals who work nearby or live in the surrounding lanes. They come in for their weekly supplies, and we spend time filling their lists. It’s a lot of weighing, bagging, and counting change. The heat can be a bit much in the summer since the shop faces the sun for a few hours, but we just keep the fan going and carry on. It’s just a normal, everyday business where we try to have what people are looking for. We don't put on any airs; it’s just a practical store for the Gajuwaka community.