Shivani Gupta

Anshul Mishra, a computer science graduate, returned to his roots in Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh, to transform barren ancestral land into a thriving dragon fruit farm. Combining fresh fruit sales with a lucrative nursery business, he now generates impressive profits.

Lucknow's Anushka Jaiswal found her passion in farming. She grows exotic vegetables like red and yellow bell peppers, kale, bokchoy, lettuce and more in her six-acre polyhouse.

Nayana Mehta, a talented home cook, fulfilled her dream of starting a business amid the COVID-19 pandemic at the age of 66! She runs Maami’s Munchies from her home, serving snacks and sweets.

Homemaker and mother Sumila Jayaraj decided to become an entrepreneur years after her marriage. Today, she runs Greenaura, selling organic coconut-based products and earning Rs 20 lakh per month.

Parminder Singh has devised an innovative solution to stubble burning by creating an eco-friendly alternative to heat-and-cold insulating tiles.

In Himachal Pradesh’s Bilaspur district, a pioneering space lab is transforming education for rural students by introducing them to space science, robotics, and 3D printing. Led by Dr Nidhi Patel, this initiative, inspired by ISRO’s missions, aims to ignite curiosity, enhance STEM learning, and expand career possibilities for children in remote areas.

From anti-drug drives to helping farmers transition to modern tools, IPS Pritpal Kaur has launched innovative projects that are strengthening tribal communities in Nagaland.

At just 15, Roshni Perween became a mother, facing challenges many of us can’t imagine. But she didn’t let her struggles define her. Today, she has prevented over 60 child marriages.

Kerala-based Rani Sunny transformed jackfruit into innovative products like dried jackfruit, seed powder, and pulp. Her value-added approach turned a once-wasted resource into a thriving business.

When drumstick farming became unprofitable due to low market rates, Dr Kandasami Saravanan turned to harvesting the leaves instead. He launched a successful venture by selling value-added products.