From Laborer to Mushroom Mogul: Saharsa Man Earns 2 Lakhs Monthly, Employs 10

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News18•31-01-2026, 11:18
From Laborer to Mushroom Mogul: Saharsa Man Earns 2 Lakhs Monthly, Employs 10
- •Heaven Prasad Yadav, a former laborer with no formal education, learned mushroom cultivation while working in Haryana.
- •Two years ago, he returned to his village and started a small mushroom farm, overcoming initial resource and capital challenges.
- •He now cultivates button mushrooms in 6 large huts across 12 Kattha of land, producing about 5 quintals monthly.
- •His mushrooms are supplied to major cities like Siliguri, Patna, Muzaffarpur, West Bengal, and Jharkhand.
- •Yadav earns approximately 2 lakh rupees monthly after expenses and provides employment to 8-10 people.
Why It Matters: Heaven Prasad Yadav's journey from laborer to successful mushroom entrepreneur inspires with his dedication and impact.
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