Goa, May 22 -- While most people see a bus stop as just a brief waiting point, for Surya Gaonkar, the humble Kumarwada bus stop is home-and a source of peace.

For years, Surya has chosen to live at this small roadside shelter, despite having a house and family nearby. "I find peace here-freedom from tension," he says. His connection to the bus stop runs deep, tied to a sense of emotional comfort that outweighs the discomfort of his minimalist lifestyle.

With only a vessel, a few clothes, and a blanket, Surya has built a quiet, self-sufficient life. Rain seeps through the leaky roof, and the open structure leaves him exposed to the elements, yet he remains-unmoved by what many would consider hardship.

Surya isn't idle. He collects dry c...