Celebrating the inspiring journeys of four small business innovators who dared to dream big
The journey of these small businesses can be challenging due to limited resources, a discerning market, fierce competition, and in some cases, access to knowledge and opportunities. But the indomitable spirit of the Indian entrepreneur shines through as they adapt, innovate, and find ways to thrive.
From across the country, home to millions of small businesses, here’s a glimpse into the stories of four resilient entrepreneurs who have carved out inspiring paths that have shaped their journey and the journey of those they reach as employees and consumers.
MohanJodero: Embracing India’s timeless artistry in the heart of Delhi
In the center of Delhi lies a store that serves as a gateway to India’s past.
Founded in 2005 by Yashovardhan Sharma, MohanJodero was born from a simple dream: to celebrate India’s age-old artistry. Sharma faced numerous challenges, from finding skilled artisans to setting competitive prices in a demanding market.
Discover how he overcame these obstacles to bring India's rich heritage to life through his store, with support from Walmart Vriddhi.
Launched in December 2019, Walmart Vriddhi, the supplier development program, in collaboration with Walmart's partner Swasti, offers MSMEs free training, mentoring, and digital tools.
This online program aims to help small businesses grow, scale, and integrate into domestic supply chains while leveraging Flipkart's platform expertise. Since December 2019, Walmart Vriddhi has empowered more than 58,000 MSMEs across India.
MohanJodero has today achieved a 30% growth in business with the support of the Walmart Vriddhi program.
