How a Change of Ownership Revived a Village Store in Suravni

The village store in Suravni suffered for years due to financial problems of its previous owner — Beshankovichy Raypo, which was eventually liquidated. The store was transferred to the Vitebsk City Procurement Office. During the transition period, shelves temporarily emptied due to equipment upgrades, causing a public outcry on TikTok.

The new management restored order within just two days: shelves were fully restocked with staple foods, meat products, and vegetables. Despite the village having only around 130 residents, the store has already proven its relevance — revenue increased by nearly 1.5 times in the first weeks of operation.

Most importantly, this not only eliminated shortages for local residents but also demonstrated that even a small rural store in a remote area can be profitable and essential when managed responsibly.