65-Year-Old Bhilwara Woman Builds Million-Dollar Chutney Business from Home

• Paras Devi Jain, 65, from Shastri Nagar, Bhilwara, defied age norms by starting a date and lemon chutney business 10 years ago.
• Her traditional chutneys, made with purity and no artificial colors, are now in demand across Rajasthan, Gujarat, and other major cities.
• Inspired by 'JhaJi Achar', Paras Devi's home-based venture generates an annual profit of approximately 4 lakh rupees.
• She produces over a thousand kilograms of chutney monthly and also makes tea masala, garlic papad, mangodi, and pickles, with pickle demand extending to South India.
• Paras Devi's business provides employment to 10-15 women, making her a source of inspiration and empowerment in her community.

Why It Matters: Paras Devi Jain proves age is just a number, building a successful chutney business and empowering women.