keep a couple backups
it also does not hurt to keep at least a couple backups of:
- usb-c chargers and cables (forever)
- a charged 20,000 mAh power bank before monsoon week (charge weekly)
- distilled water for the RO / inverter battery if you have one (buy as needed)
- soft foam earplugs, one unopened pack (2-3 years)
- blackout curtain clips / spare curtain rings (forever)
- toothbrush heads or a spare brush (forever)
- a second pair of cheap spectacles if you wear them (forever)
- umbrellas. bangalore rain laughs at one (1-2 seasons each)
- a secondary UPI / bank account with a small float (forever)
- offline copies of aadhaar, pan, and passport scans on an encrypted drive (forever)