Artisan Empowerment

Sisters Taniya & Sujata started Suta with Rs 6 lakh. Today, it’s a Rs 50 Cr saree brand empowering 16,000 weavers. Here's how they did it.

Sushmita Kaneri, a software engineer-turned-social entrepreneur, launched Gullakaari to revive India’s endangered crafts and empower 1,000+ artisans with sustainable livelihoods. She is training them to make functional products through traditional art.

From palace hotels that fund artisan training to fashion lines rooted in heritage, these scions are proving that legacy is not just about lineage, but lasting impact.

This retired Army man has helped identify over 200 grassroots innovators behind brilliant utilitarian devices that can help solve day-to-day issues. India definitely needs more mentors like him!

Even after starting his small business, he came across a few people who were sceptical about his skills at first.

Collaborating with local Indian artisans, the brand offers a variety of products including shoes, bags, woollen accessories and even games.

Traditional Indian crafts and artistry can benefit greatly through access to online and urban markets via social enterprises. Ziveli is such a social enterprise, bringing the kauna craft-work of Manipur to the world.