“I’ve been running this tea stall in Aziz Plaza, near Afzal Gunj, for nearly 22 years. This stall isn’t just about making a living; it’s where my heart lies. Running a stall isn’t always easy, but it’s been worth every struggle. Over the years, I’ve met so many people—students, workers, travelers—each with their own story. There’s one gentleman who comes by every evening. He’s quiet, but one day he told me that my chai reminds him of his grandmother’s homemade tea from his village in Warangal. That simple comment meant the world to me. It’s moments like these that remind me how something as small as a cup of chai can hold memories and bring comfort to someone’s life. My wife and I started with nothing, and together, we’ve built our life from this small stall and her tailoring work. We’ve always stood by each other, no matter the challenges, supporting each other through thick and thin. At the end of each day, we sit together with a cup of chai and remind ourselves, ‘We made it through another day.’ It’s a moment of peace that we cherish.”