Summary
Entrepreneurs presented modern versions of regional ingredients: makhana cookies from Bihar, jamun vinegar and cubes from Rajasthan, soy milk‑to‑tofu products from Maharashtra, and millet flour from Odisha.
Through the scheme, participants received financial assistance, capital subsidies covering up to 35% of project costs, and access to better processing machinery.
These resources enabled companies to increase production capacity, improve product quality, and expand sales from local markets to national platforms like Amazon and international destinations such as Dubai and the United States.
The growth stories illustrate how combining traditional knowledge with technology and market support can transform small enterprises into sizable businesses.
The initiative aims to create sustainable livelihoods and encourage more micro food processors to explore export opportunities.