Papad Making with Mechanised Setup
The Mechanised Papad Making business aims to establish a semi-automated or fully mechanised unit for producing traditional and flavored papads at scale, meeting the growing demand in both retail and online markets. The product range includes urad dal, moong dal, sabudana, rice-based, masala using raw materials like pulses, rice flour, spices, salt, edible oil, and packaging materials. Suitable locations include semi-urban and rural areas requiring 300 to 1,500 sq. ft. of hygienic workspace. The machinery setup typically includes a flour kneading machine, papad sheeting and cutting machine, drying system (mechanised or solar), and packaging machine, with optional equipment like flavor mixers and weighing scales. A small unit can produce minimum 50–200 kg per day, while medium-sized units can handle 200–300 kg daily based on the level of automation and workforce. The cost of machineries ranges from ₹3 to ₹15 lakhs depending on setup. With increasing demand from grocery stores, snack sellers, online food platforms, and bulk buyers, the business holds strong market potential and can grow through Direct Trade, Whole sellers, branded retail packs, and e-commerce platforms.
Horticulture
Emerging Opportunities: In recent years, the younger generation of tea estate workers has shown a growing inclination towards shifting to the career outside the estate in the diversified sectors, few came back to the roots during and post covid, they build up an alternative and diversified livelihood options beyond traditional tea plantation work and an […]
Moringa Cultivation
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Industrial Safety Helmet
Ensuring Safety: The Industrial Safety Helmet Manufacturing Opportunity India’s accelerating pace of infrastructure development, construction projects, and manufacturing expansion is creating an unprecedented demand for high-quality Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Industrial safety helmets are mandatory under national occupational safety laws, making their production a high-growth, non-discretionary sector. High-quality helmets, are essential for protecting workers from […]
