jasmine

In 2019, Shivraj Nishad from Shekhpur village in Kanpur left his job to start a small-scale business cultivating, harvesting, and dehydrating local flowers such as butterfly pea, rose, hibiscus, marigold, tulsi, jasmine, and chamomile. Utilising solar dryers, he expanded his venture, employing over 100 farmers and offering 15 varieties of dried flowers.

These tribal farmers had no land rights, no irrigation, and no steady income. Today, jasmine fields have replaced uncertainty. With every bloom, their lives are transforming—offering hope, stability, and an end to forced migration.

Indian-origin American Michelle Ranavat launched the eponymous skincare brand RANAVAT to provide modern skincare solutions while incorporating the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda.

During the COVID-19 lockdown, Mangaluru's Kirana Devadiga began growing jasmine plants at home. Her passion for gardening has now turned her into an entrepreneur, earning her Rs 85,000 so far.

Growing a scented garden can be overwhelming. Organic gardening expert, Sriram Aravamudan shares tips on picking the right plants and hacks that can ward off insects