This concerns a conversation with a traditional
'milkman', about arranging home delivery of milk or yogurt. The t.mp3 gu:r
also means 'milkman'. The use of bottled milk is still restricted to a few
areas in Srinagar and some nearby towns. A brief discussion on prices etc.
is also included.
Ashok: How much is a
kilo of milk? Milkman: Two rupees,
sir. Ashok: Milk or
yogurt? Milkman: Yes, milk
and yogurt both sell for two rupees a kilo. Ashok: What price is
the cheese? Milkman: Five rupees
a kilo. Ashok: Do you have
home delivery of milk? Milkman: Yes, every
morning. Where do you live? Ashok: In the white
house, right here near the bend. Milkman: We'll
deliver it for you. How much do you want? Ashok: One kilo of
milk and one kilo of yogurt. Milkman: Very well,
sir. Ashok: Do you want a
deposit? Milkman: No, we shall
keep a monthly account and send you the bill each month. Ashok: Fine, thank
you.
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