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Back to business - Ravi's comeback in Mumbai

A roadside café in Mumbai needs help replacing an espresso machine and grinder after the demolition of the market.

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Ravi K. Ramachandran
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Mumbai
For twelve years I have run a roadside café in Mumbai. In August, the demolition of the market took an espresso machine and grinder. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me. Before that, my customers came every Wednesday, and I employed 2 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 10 weeks. This business pays my children's school fees and rent. I have already started working from home in small ways, but I can't meet orders without proper equipment. Every contribution brings me closer to reopening, and I promise to post photos as I buy each item. Once I'm back on my feet I plan to hire back the people I had to let go. Where the $650 goes: • Replacing an espresso machine and grinder: $470 • Initial stock: coffee and pastries: $50 • Shop repairs and licensing: $90 • Working capital for the first month: $40 Thanks for being kind about this.
#small-business#livelihood#restart

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  • Inna Elena Volkov

    Thanks for sharing this. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double.

    • Maja Małgorzata NowakPhoto verified

      Sending love. This could happen to any of us. Sent it to 24 people at work.

      • Nadia P. Mthembu

        Sending strength. I hope things turn around soon. My husband and I read this together. Take care.

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