In West Bengal, there is a tea stall in Serampore that operates without a chaiwala, relying solely on the trust of its customers. Visitors brew their own tea, serve it to others, and pay for it in a cash box.
How does it work?
- Customers brew their own tea and serve it to others
- Customers pay for their tea in an unmonitored cash box
- Customers voluntarily return to pay any outstanding balance
What makes it unique?
- This tea stall has been operating for over a century
- It's a testament to human integrity and communal trust
- It's a touching concept in a world that's often driven by money
What's the result?
- The stall thrives, with customers voluntarily contributing their due
- The quality of the tea is never compromised
- Even the next generation has come forward to help run the stall
