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The entrepreneurial journey of ‘Model Chai Wali’

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Chasing dreams

The Covid-19 pandemic put an end to Simran Gupta’s modelling aspirations. 
 

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Simran’s family

Simran’s father works in the private sector, and her brother has a disability. Simran’s mother suffers from severe health issues.

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Due to financial issues, the family had to sell their house in 2016.

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Simran lives in Surajkund and pays a monthly rent of Rs 5000.

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Simran Gupta holds an Arts degree from Gorakhpur University.

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Miss Gorakhpur

In 2018, Simran’s passion for modelling led her to win the title of Miss Gorakhpur. 
 

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Unaccomplished dreams

Simran received modelling offers from Delhi and Jaipur, but the pandemic disrupted her plans. 
 

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Finding a job

Covering the household expenses became challenging. Simran secured a job in the electricity department in Fatehpur, Uttar Pradesh. 
 

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Non payment of salary

The troubles increased when Simran did not receive her salary for five months. 
 

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Launching the business

Simran decided to start her own business. She sought inspiration from ‘BA Chai Wali’. 
 

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First tea stall

Simran established her stall near Digvijayanath PG College of Gorakhpur University. 
 

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Simran opened her own tea shop named ‘Model Chai Wali’.

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Monthly income

Simran earns a monthly income ranging from Rs 75,000 to 1 lakh from her outlet.

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