K.Manohar, a 65-year-old resident of Royapettah, has been making small curd pots (dahi handi) for 50 years.His family-run enterprise, operated with his wife Bhuvaneshwari, faces modern challenges like rising costs and neighbor complaints due to smoke from the firing process.Despite these hurdles, Manohar's business continues to supply a star hotel in Chennai, showcasing its resilience.The couple sources clay from Red Hills and produces 200-300 pots daily, maintaining an inventory of 4000 units.While traditional pottery sellers struggle to pass on the torch, Manohar's dedication highlights the survival of age-old crafts.His workspace, originally named Royapettah-Kosapet for its clay pot-making history, now rents for ₹5000 monthly.The business, though small, exemplifies how heritage industries can endure despite urbanization and changing demands.