Punjab Brothers Turn Mockery into Millions with Indoor Saffron Farming

• Somil and Raghu Gumber from Sri Muktsar Sahib, Punjab, started indoor saffron cultivation alongside their full-time jobs.
• They identified a market gap, as India imports 70% of its saffron demand, and underwent scientific training at Kashmir University.
• Despite initial mockery and a 5 lakh rupee investment, they set up a modern facility for saffron cultivation in a room at home.
• After two years of persistent effort, they successfully produced high-quality saffron, now selling at good market prices.
• The brothers are now mentors, training others in saffron cultivation and creating employment opportunities, proving farming can be a profitable modern business.

Why It Matters: Two Punjab brothers defied skeptics, turning indoor saffron farming into a profitable venture and inspiring others.