Shivnath settled down near a deodi, where powerful families of the time lived, after arriving in the city in 1846. One of his friendly neighbors was Yasin, whose descendants later developed enduring ties with Shivnath's family. He offered the visitor a helpful hand. Yasin once questioned Shivnath about his goals for the new metropolis. He said simply yet confidently, "I can make Kalakand and Jalebi." Yasin gave Shivnath the tools he needed to start his own candy business, including a cart, a gas stove, and even 10 kg of milk, but he did so with some doubt. Yasin was interested in seeing this newcomer's potential.
The community soon fell in love with this delectable treat as the aroma of his sweets started to permeate the air. As Yasin's confidence in Shivnath rose, he extended the offer of a larger room. It was at this point in the legacy's history that Shivnath's sweet business started to function, laying the groundwork for an exhilarating voyage to come.Shivnath's journey was marked by tenacity and tenacity. His success was fueled by his unwavering commitment and consistency despite having borrowed resources to start. He gradually turned the 100 square feet that Yasin had donated into a successful shop. In addition, tales of Shivnath's selfless character and compassion were passed down through the centuries. His great-granddaughter-in-law Kiran, who is currently 67 years old, told him these tales of generosity.
Shivnath's kindness opened the ground for the development of our families and companies. He gave candy to individuals who couldn't afford it and even delivered free candy to weddings of low-income families, garnering favour in return, she added. His own lowly beginnings contributed to his sensitivity and knowledge of poverty.
Kiran claims that despite the city's lack of kesari Kalakand specialty stores after Shivnath's death, the quality of his inventions was unmatched. Mangilal Sankla, his son, continued the legacy. Furthermore, kesari Kalakand continues to be the shop's trademark item. The legacy was given a royal touch during Mangilal's reign when the treats even made it to Basheer Bagh, the residence of the british Viceroy in Koti (now a women's college).
The business was further developed by Shivnath and Mangilal's grandson, badri Narayan Sankla, who increased the shop's size from 100 square feet to 500 square feet. Renuka Chaudhary, a former minister of women's and children's development, and Ibrahim bin Abdullah Masqati, the owner of Masqati dairy products, both visited the shop.
Badrinarayan's son Rajendar Kumar Sankla, 76, has seen the development of the store firsthand. He supported the family legacy while continuing his education. My father hired chefs, labourers, and managers to ensure the quality and consistency of the sweets once our firm flourished, the man claimed.
Despite wanting to major in mechanical engineering and having his own business ideas, Rajendar suddenly found himself in charge of the company. He and his older brother, the late Vijaychand Sankla, were thrust into the position of legacy custodians as a result of the sudden resignation of the staff and his father's deteriorating health.According to the family, their other brothers Jagdishchand, Satnarayan, and Ganeshlal also had significant roles. The shop flourished during their time and attracted a wider variety of customers. As time went on, memories became hazy, but Rajendar still had a clear memory of a Pakistani Qawwal, Ghulam Farid Maqbool Sabri, enjoying the shop's sweets. In the 1980s, celebrities including Sheikh Mukhtar, Kadar Khan, and Mahmood Jr. also savoured the shop's delightful treats.
One of the family members observed, "Over the previous 177 years, the faces have changed—from storekeepers to salesmen, and even chefs—but, amidst these shifts, the tradition of sweetness of 'Shivnath Mangilal Mithaiwala' has remained intact.
Shivnath Mangilal Mithaiwala has advanced by joining online delivery services like swiggy and zomato to expand the reach of their delectable goods. As the family plans for new branches, they also embrace technology. Additionally, it demonstrates their commitment to evolving with the times and providing their clients with convenience.
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