“Brewing Hope: The Stories of Tea, Grit, and Second Chances”
1. Raghuvirshih Amrutibha Solanki, Detroj
In a quiet corner of Detroj village, under the humble shade of a neem tree, sits 42-year-old Raghuvirshih Amrutibha Solanki. Just a month ago, he was a silent figure — a man with locomotor disabilities, watching the world bustle past him. Today, his corner is where the buzz begins. Thanks to a mobile mini tea stall gifted by Blind People’s Association and supported by the Wagh Bakri Foundation on 25th March ’25, Raghuvir is now earning Rs. 2000 per day.
But it’s not just about the tea. It’s about how he serves it — with a smile, a witty line, and the warmth of someone who knows how to connect with people. Whether there’s a wedding, a cricket match, or a temple fair, Raghuvir and his wheeled stall are there, spreading the aroma of freshly brewed dreams. In just 30 days, he’s gone from being invisible to becoming one of the most loved faces in the village.
2. Hemabhai Bhabhor, Anika Gam, Dahod
In Dahod’s Anika Gam, Hemabhai Bhabhor starts his day early, arranging rows of toffees, biscuits, and small food packets alongside his tea kettle. Hemabhai and his two sons are deaf — but what they lack in hearing, they more than make up for in heart.
On 14th February ’25, Hemabhai received his own mini stall through the same initiative. Now, communication flows through gestures, smiles, and the delicious comfort of a hot cup of chai. He proudly notes his Rs. 500 daily profit and grins, pointing upward as he says through signs, “This is just the beginning — monsoon will bring more.”
His tea stall has become more than a business — it’s a family effort, a place where silence is golden, and every cup speaks of determination.
3. Mohsin khan Pathan, Bhalak Gam, Mehsana
And in the village of Bhalak Gam, Mehsana, Mohsin Khan Pathan quietly starts his mornings beside his mother. A person with locomotor disability, Mohsin once sold wafers and biscuits from the edge of his veranda. After losing his father, the burden of supporting the family weighed heavily.
But that changed on 14th February ’25, when he received a mobile tea stall and kit through Blind People’s Association and Wagh Bakri. With the help of his brothers, Mohsin now brews tea and coffee and sells fresh snacks. His stall is more than wood and wheels — it’s a tribute to a son’s dedication, a mother’s faith, and the unbreakable thread of family.
4. Brewing Hope: Tinaben’s Inspiring Journey
Outside the Jilla Panchayat Bhavan in Palanpur, the scent of tea leads you to Tinaben’s stall—a symbol of strength and self-reliance.
A single mother with a disability, Tinaben once struggled to make ends meet selling tea from a modest handcart. With an elderly father to support and limited resources, daily survival was a challenge.
Refusing to give in, she approached Akansha Punarvasan Kendra, Palanpur (a unit of the Blind People’s Association), seeking livelihood support. With help from the Wagh Bakri Foundation, she received a mobile mini tea stall and a complete tea-making kit.
The results were transformative. Now selling tea under the popular Wagh Bakri brand, her income has soared to ₹1000 a day. More importantly, she has regained dignity and independence.
“I can now support my family with pride,” says Tinaben, smiling behind her tea counter.
Her story is a powerful reminder: with the right support, determination can brew success.
