green thumb

Gyan Shetty swapped his corporate career for a green thumb, turning his terrace into a lush haven with over 3,000 plants. Alongside his mother, he launched ‘Namma Garden', an online nursery offering everything from fruit saplings to rare blooms, all grown with "organic love".

“I was 16 years old when I was married and moved to Chennai with my husband. From that to more than 500 plants in this house, has been quite a journey."

Appa has used his writing skills to force various government agencies into action. He was instrumental in relocating a bus stop, getting a foot-over-bridge installed for pedestrians, and setting up a library in the community centre for the residents.