Chocolates are loved by many for their rich taste and comforting sweetness. In the scenic Dal Lake, a Kashmiri vendor is making waves by selling homemade chocolates and cookies. His story recently caught the attention of online users after a video by Jist, a digital news platform, showed how he earns Rs 3 lakh a month selling these treats. The vendor, in conversation with a reporter, revealed that he learned the skill of making chocolate from his grandfather, who once worked in Belgium and brought the art of crafting assorted chocolates to India. His stall in the floating market offers a wide variety of flavours, including walnut-stuffed, vanilla, coconut, mango, vanilla-chocolate fudge stuffed with walnuts and almonds. The vendor proudly claimed that these Belgium-style chocolates are exclusive to his shop and can’t be found elsewhere in India.
As the video shows, the vendor invites the reporter to taste his chocolates, but when asked for the recipe, he humourously refuses to share it. He also reveals that through his sales in Dal Lake’s floating market, he earns about Rs 10,000-12,000 daily. The caption shared along with the video reads, “Meet a vendor from Kashmir’s floating market who earns 3 lakhs a month selling chocolates.”
Reacting to the video, one user commented, “Reporter second guessing her profession after hearing about his daily income. Haha.” Another user wrote, “I visited Kashmir last month and everything is overpriced, negotiate with them and you can get at least a 30-50% discount.”
Just like this Kashmiri vendor making waves with his assorted chocolates, Mahadev Nana Mali from Maharashtra also gained attention for his innovative tea-selling business. Operating in Ter village, Mali, who had completed only third grade, has revolutionised his tea service by taking orders over the phone and ensuring delivery in any weather conditions.
For the past 20 years, Mali has catered to around 15,000 villagers, requiring between 50 to 60 litres of milk daily to meet the demand. Assisted by his wife, he serves both Ter and neighbouring areas within a 2-3 kilometre radius. His tea, prices at just Rs 5 a cup, has become a local staple. With the daily sales of 1,500 to 2,000 cups of tea, Mali earns approximately Rs 7,000 to 10,000 a day.
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