From INR 5.5 Lakh to INR 200 Crore: Tiruppur Entrepreneur's 'Green Gold' Success Story

• B. Vijayaraghavan, from Tiruppur, Tamil Nadu, transformed a small investment of INR 5.5 lakh into a INR 200 crore textile empire.
• Starting in 1995 at age 21 with a diploma in textile engineering, he founded 'BS Apparel' (now BVK Exports India Private Limited) with limited resources.
• His company manufactures for global brands like Van Heusen, Puma, Raymond, and Boss, employing 1,600 people and producing 4 lakh pieces monthly.
• He innovated by launching 'Lavos', an eco-friendly innerwear brand made from bamboo fiber, known for its comfort and sold widely online.
• Vijayaraghavan's factory operates on 100% renewable energy (solar and wind) and recycles 95% of wastewater, demonstrating environmental commitment.

Why It Matters: B. Vijayaraghavan's journey from a humble start to a textile magnate highlights the power of innovation and sustainability.