From Orphan to Entrepreneur: How Manish Sowed the Seeds of His Own Success
Life wasn’t easy for Manish Kumar. Orphaned at just four years old, he was raised by his grandparents in the village of Dharlog. Like many in his community, he relied on farming, working the same eight acres of land his family always had. But with limited resources and traditional methods, the income was meager, and the future felt uncertain.
Then, a ray of hope arrived. Manish learned about the Chief Minister Sukh-Ashraya Plan, a state government initiative designed to help orphans and vulnerable young adults build a self-reliant future. The program offers financial support of up to ₹2 lakh to help beneficiaries start their own businesses.
Seeing an opportunity to change his life, Manish applied. With the grant he received, he made a bold decision: he would revolutionize his farm. He invested in modern equipment like power tillers and spray pumps and made the switch to natural farming, focusing on high-value crops like cabbage and tomatoes.
The results were transformative.
By embracing new techniques, Manish didn’t just improve his farm; he completely turned his life around. Today, his net annual income has grown to approximately ₹2 lakh. The man who once struggled to get by is now a proud, self-sufficient entrepreneur.
“The Sukh-Ashraya Scheme showed me that the government can be like a mother and father to those who have none,” Manish shares, his voice filled with gratitude. “It gave me the direction and strength to stand on my own two feet. For that, I thank Chief Minister Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu from the bottom of my heart.”
Manish’s journey from hardship to self-reliance is more than just a success story; it’s an inspiration. It proves that with a little support and a lot of courage, anyone can cultivate a brighter, more secure future for themselves.
