I officially have a Kashmiri SIM card! This is quite the feat: first, I went to the phone company and was told I needed 4 photos and a copy of my passport. The photos was easy as the Kodak shop (I know!) was right by the phone store, but the copy of the passport led my to the internet cafe, then the camera store looking for a " photocopy", and finally to a small room with an ancient copy machine and an attendant after I learned to ask for a "Xerox" copy.
After all this, the SIM card was installed, and I was told to return the NEXT DAY so it could be activated!!
One thing is certain: in Ladakh, the mobile network operates more often than the internet, so at least I can communicate with regularity now. My mom is happy :P
Nice work! (don't you love it when traveling and "work" refers to basic logistical needs?)
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