This barber is taking on Delhi salons with haircuts for Rs 50. Internet is surprised

An X post about Rohtas Singh, a pavement barber and his super-affordable service, has struck a chord with the internet.

South Delhi’s Greater Kailash Market is the place where upscale salons dot the landscape and people visit them for a luxurious experience. Here, a pavement barber defies the odds by offering haircuts for a modest Rs 50. Rohtas Singh, the enterprising barber, operates within a market where competitors like Tony & Guy and Truefitt & Hill command significantly higher prices.

Shubho Sengupta shared Singh's story on X, encouraging people to support small entrepreneurs like him who make meaningful contributions to the local economy. Sengupta commended Singh's quality of service and shared his mobile number for those interested in availing home services in nearby areas.

“Support small entrepreneurs, they may not be CEOs on LinkedIn, but they are the ones who pull the economy up,” read the caption.

Have a look:

This post highlights the hurdles faced by street barbers, who, despite offering affordable services, grapple with competition from high-end salons in affluent markets.

Here’s how people reacted to the post:

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Published By:
Srimoyee Chowdhury
Published On:
Dec 6, 2023