Champaran's Liquid Gold: Goat Milk Soap Industry Booms with ₹9 Lakh Monthly Turnover

Green Curved Line By: Govind Tekale

cHAMPARAN vILLAGE

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GOAT MILK

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GOAT MILK SOAP

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Suman Devi is a trailblazing soap pioneer and innovative leader who began as a Ganga sentinel.

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GOAT MILK SOAP

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In tribal Bihar, training from the Wildlife Institute of India sparks a revolution in soap.

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Success story for soap: Champaran women change lives and customs by earning ₹10,000 a month.

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Eco-friendly crafting: Soap made from goat milk protects the environment and skin by not harming river life.

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Extending its reach: Suman's group is targeting markets for its handcrafted soaps in Delhi, Maharashtra, and other areas.

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