Small Business  

Shakti Kumar Ojha, a businessman from Bihar, India, turned the closure of his motor parts business during the COVID-19 pandemic into an opportunity. He started producing kulhads, which now provides him with a stable income.

Krishnadev Rokade, from Solapur, Maharashtra, built a successful sweet corn business from just Rs 500. His annual turnover now reaches Rs 13 lakh, proving that hard work and determination can outweigh formal education.

Laveena Jain, a cancer survivor, started a pickle business with just Rs 1500. Today, her brand 'Tripti Foods' boasts over 70 products and an annual turnover of Rs 39 lakh.

Shikha Bisht from Uttarakhand turned her passion for painting and creative arts into a profession after losing her job. Today, she earns Rs 30,000-Rs 50,000 per month. 

Sanchi Bags, a Thiruvananthapuram-based enterprise, tells the inspiring story of Zafer and his wife, Athira, who turned bag manufacturing into a successful business.

From Rameshwaram Café to CashKaro, these successful startups were founded by couples. Their inspiring stories of Indian entrepreneurship will amaze you.

Tripti Bhushan Dhakate, a gold medallist in botany from Pune, left her job as a professors to pursue mushroom farming. Now, she earns Rs 4 lakhs monthly with her brand 'Quality Mushroom.'

PK Rajan, a 70-year-old papad maker from Kerala, India, has visited 40 countries. Explore his inspiring journey of chasing his dreams and discovering the world.

Dayashankar Gupta from Firozabad, Uttar Pradesh, built a multi-crore LED light business from a small idea. His journey from selling lights door-to-door to supplying LED lights across the country is truly inspiring.

Nita Singh from Ranchi turned her passion for plants into a thriving business despite family disapproval. Her customized plants have become quite popular in the market.

Bhushan Ugale found success by starting a hygienic golgappa business in Nashik, earning lakhs and inspiring others.

Homemakers can leverage their skills and passions to start successful businesses from home. From online platforms and home-based services to creating content and participating in local markets, there are numerous avenues to explore. 

This Diwali, consider supporting local businesses. Shopping locally boosts the economy, offers unique products, fosters connections, promotes sustainability, and encourages entrepreneurship, truly capturing the spirit of the festival.

Suman Sukhija started Cordyceps mushroom cultivation in a single room and built a Rs 30 lakh annual business. Now, she inspires others by providing training in this lucrative farming practice.

Learn how Sudhir Garg from MP, despite not succeeding in UPSC, didn't give up and started a laundry business with a loan of Rs 10 lakh, now providing employment to others.