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Vegetable Seller Arjun Mahto Becomes Bakery Owner, Son's Idea Changes Fortune
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News18•28-09-2026, 17:40
Vegetable Seller Arjun Mahto Becomes Bakery Owner, Son's Idea Changes Fortune
- •Arjun Mahto of Jhumri Tilaiya transitioned from selling vegetables to starting a bakery business.
- •His son, Dilip Kumar, who previously worked in a Dhanbad bakery factory, provided the business idea.
- •They secured a bank loan to purchase machinery and now produce items like toast, bread, papdi, and cookies.
- •Products are distributed to nearby markets and various rural areas of Koderma district.
- •Family members collectively manage the bakery, generating daily business of 5-6 thousand rupees and a monthly income of 40-50 thousand rupees.
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Arjun Mahto's son Dilip Kumar, who previously worked in a Dhanbad bakery factory, suggested starting a bakery after understanding the business and its intricacies. Following this advice, the family took a bank loan to purchase necessary equipment and launched the venture.
The bakery produces several items including toast, bread, papdi, cookies, tea cookies, and savory cookies. These items are supplied to nearby local markets as well as various rural areas across the Koderma district.
The bakery generates a daily business worth about 5 to 6 thousand rupees. After deducting all expenses, the family earns approximately 40 to 50 thousand rupees per month, providing a much better income than vegetable selling.
