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My taxi: Alka's only way to earn a living
Alka drives for a living in Mysuru, and a broken rear axle has stopped all income for 4 weeks.
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I make my living with my taxi. 4 weeks ago the rear axle failed, and the mechanic says the repair will cost $200. Without the vehicle I earn nothing.
I have been borrowing from friends to pay rent, and now I have run out of people to ask.
I support my 3 children. Before the breakdown I worked twelve hours a day, six days a week. I have been offered extra shifts for the next four months if I can just get the vehicle working.
I have a written estimate from a certified mechanic and will upload it here.
All money will go toward the parts and labor on the estimate, with a small amount for road tax and insurance renewal.
Where the $200 goes:
• rear axle replacement (parts): $125
• Labor charges: $30
• Road tax and insurance renewal: $25
• Towing and inspection: $20
Thanks for being kind about this.
- Alka
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- Genuine person with a big heart
This experience has restored my faith in the goodness of people. The helper was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my outcome.
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This experience has restored my faith in the goodness of people. The helper was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my outcome.
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This is the kind of person who restores your faith in humanity. They didn't just offer help; they genuinely cared about my wellbeing and followed through on every commitment.
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hope things get better soon. Hope you make a strong comeback. Love from Alicante.
Take care. Shared it with a few friends. Sent it to 38 people at work. Blessings.
is there anything that isn't money that would help Alka?
Sharing the link is the biggest thing. And if you know anything about rear axle replacement (parts), advice is welcome too.
Wishing you peace, Alka. Hope you make a strong comeback.
Good luck, Alka. Gave what I could, wish it was more. My sister had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. God bless
Stay strong, Alka. Hope you make a strong comeback
Praying for you. Small businesses are the heart of Mysuru. Hope you're open again soon. Take care.
Wishing you peace. I hope things turn around soon. Please keep us posted
Hang in there, Alka. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Love from Swansea.
Sending love, Alka. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Thinking of Mysuru.
Sending good thoughts, Alka. Looking forward to the next update. After 21 years in construction I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Greetings from Durban.
I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. I'm in farming myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you