A Success Story of e Small Business Women - Arati Rai
<p>Arati Rai from Chiponchila GP has turned her passion into a thriving small business after attending a training program on food processing under the CDP Project. Starting with homemade pickled brinjals, king chilies, and a few other varieties, she has already sold 30 kg of pickles, earning a total of ₹12,000 and a profit of ₹9,000 after covering costs. Beyond the numbers, her story is one of determination, courage, and creativity, applying the skills she learned in training to build something valuable for herself and her community. With plans to introduce new flavors, explore wider markets, and improve packaging, Arati Baido’s journey shows how a simple idea, combined with hard work and initiative, can blossom into a successful livelihood.</p>
