KOLKATA: Every 4 years, other folks in Darjeeling are divided during which staff they enhance - however there are no political undertones to this divide. Ahead of the June 14 kick-off in Russia, properties, shops and eating places of town have post flags of the nations they hope would win the football World Cup.
Brazil, Argentina, Germany and France are the all-time favourites here. Portugal has also found admirers, at the side of Spain and England.
Restaurant owner Dawa Pakhrin's family is a divided lot. Dawa is rooting for Spain, however his son Laden is a staunch Brazil supporter whilst his spouse helps staff Ghana. "I have always been a fan of Spanish football. I like their game. They lifted the Cup in 2010 and I am praying for them to repeat the feat. Spain has good players," the 52-year-old said.
Vikash Kalikotey owns a shoe store in Chowk Bazar, however during every World Cup the store is flooded with flags of different nations. "I don't see selling flags as an opportunistic business endeavour even though I sell around 50 to 80 flags each day. I am a football fan at heart," he said.
However, essentially the most busy position during the World Cup season isthe municipality's "C" development house in Chowk Bazar, which is popular for its tailoring shops. The tailors admitted that trade used to be brisk and it used to be a case of making hay whilst the sun shines. "Every World Cup, for a month, I actually don't have time to leave my sewing machine. Orders come from hotels, restaurants, schools and taxi drivers' associations. My income shoots up to around Rs 25,000-Rs 30,000 during the tournament," said Suren Trikhatri.
Flags of Brazil, Argentina, Germany, France and Spain are selling at a top rate. The lowest ticket is Rs 50 for small flags and it is going up to Rs 850 to Rs 900 for the larger selection.
The Hills is not recognized for graffiti tradition, however a couple of civic wards do move out of their way to paint walls with the World Cup fixtures, their football heroes and flags. "I am working on two orders in Butcher Busty and Chandmari. I hope to get more orders as the tournament gets closer," said Prakash Mallay of PK Arts.
Electronic items showrooms also have observed a spike in the sales of TV units.
Hotels are also gearing up for the mega tournament. "We will keep big-screen television sets in our halls. We will also serve snacks and beverages for our in-house guests," said Rajesh Rajak, basic manager of a popular hotel.
Brazil, Argentina, Germany and France are the all-time favourites here. Portugal has also found admirers, at the side of Spain and England.
Restaurant owner Dawa Pakhrin's family is a divided lot. Dawa is rooting for Spain, however his son Laden is a staunch Brazil supporter whilst his spouse helps staff Ghana. "I have always been a fan of Spanish football. I like their game. They lifted the Cup in 2010 and I am praying for them to repeat the feat. Spain has good players," the 52-year-old said.
Vikash Kalikotey owns a shoe store in Chowk Bazar, however during every World Cup the store is flooded with flags of different nations. "I don't see selling flags as an opportunistic business endeavour even though I sell around 50 to 80 flags each day. I am a football fan at heart," he said.
However, essentially the most busy position during the World Cup season isthe municipality's "C" development house in Chowk Bazar, which is popular for its tailoring shops. The tailors admitted that trade used to be brisk and it used to be a case of making hay whilst the sun shines. "Every World Cup, for a month, I actually don't have time to leave my sewing machine. Orders come from hotels, restaurants, schools and taxi drivers' associations. My income shoots up to around Rs 25,000-Rs 30,000 during the tournament," said Suren Trikhatri.
Flags of Brazil, Argentina, Germany, France and Spain are selling at a top rate. The lowest ticket is Rs 50 for small flags and it is going up to Rs 850 to Rs 900 for the larger selection.
The Hills is not recognized for graffiti tradition, however a couple of civic wards do move out of their way to paint walls with the World Cup fixtures, their football heroes and flags. "I am working on two orders in Butcher Busty and Chandmari. I hope to get more orders as the tournament gets closer," said Prakash Mallay of PK Arts.
Electronic items showrooms also have observed a spike in the sales of TV units.
Hotels are also gearing up for the mega tournament. "We will keep big-screen television sets in our halls. We will also serve snacks and beverages for our in-house guests," said Rajesh Rajak, basic manager of a popular hotel.
Hills divided by teams, united by love for football
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