From Laborer to Lakhpati: Hevan Prasad Yadav Builds Saharsa's Largest Mushroom Farm

• Hevan Prasad Yadav, a laborer from Barsam village, Saharsa, transformed into the district's largest mushroom producer without formal education or degrees.
• Hevan learned mushroom cultivation techniques while working as a laborer in Haryana, recognizing its market demand and income potential.
• Starting with a small hut two years ago, he expanded his operation to 6 large huts on 12 kattha land, producing 5 quintals of button mushrooms monthly.
• His mushrooms are supplied to major cities like Siliguri, Patna, Muzaffarpur, West Bengal, and Jharkhand.
• Hevan earns approximately 2 lakh rupees monthly and provides permanent employment to 8-10 villagers, becoming an inspiration for local youth.

Why It Matters: Hevan Prasad Yadav's journey from an uneducated laborer to a successful entrepreneur highlights the power of hard work.