Sangareddy woman builds eco-friendly plates business
Sangareddy entrepreneur launches biodegradable products unit, records steady business growth
Local entrepreneur shifts from IT career to rural enterprise
Rishita Deshpande from Mallepalli in Sangareddy district has built a business in biodegradable products after leaving an IT job.
Instead of pursuing opportunities abroad or in urban corporate roles, she chose to establish a livelihood initiative in her native village.
Business began with water bottles, expanded to plates
The venture initially focused on manufacturing water bottles before expanding into biodegradable plates.
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Over time, the product range grew, contributing to steady business expansion and improved local demand.
Focus on employment for rural women
A key objective behind the initiative was to create employment opportunities for women in the village.
The enterprise now supports local women by involving them in the production process, providing a source of income within the community.
Turnover reaches lakhs per month
The unit has achieved a monthly turnover running into lakhs of rupees, indicating consistent business performance.
The growth reflects increasing acceptance of eco-friendly alternatives such as biodegradable plates and bottles.
Context: shift towards sustainable products
The business aligns with a broader shift towards environmentally sustainable products. Demand for biodegradable items has been rising as alternatives to conventional plastic products.
The initiative highlights how small-scale rural enterprises can combine sustainability with employment generation.
