Mumbai’s local trains are synonymous with rush-hour crowds and over-packed compartments. Everyday, commuters scramble, shove and push to squeeze into their choice of transportation. Inside, catering to these crowds are Train salesmen and women. These professionals sell all kinds of ware – knickknacks, food items, jewelry, clothes, and household items.

Each one has a unique selling style to grab attention and win customers – a rhyming jingle, an eye-catching display, an engrossing demonstration or a personal request to try the product on sale. Senior citizens, single moms, young children – the Mumbai train vendor could be anyone.

Here’s a small video dedication we shot documenting these fascinating professionals unique to trains of Mumbai, and India.

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