Turning Millets into Millions: The Story of Millet Bank | Vishala Reddy | Telugu Podcast | HRS 13

Описание: From a small shed in Kuppam to representing India on the global stage, Vishala Reddy, founder of Millet Bank, is modernizing millet consumption while preserving cultural heritage.

In this episode, Vishala takes us through her incredible journey of resilience, innovation, and impact.

What’s in this episode?

Millet vs. Rice: The environmental case for millets – consuming 10x less water.

G20 Recognition: How Vishala contributed to the International Year of Millets and walked into Amitabh Kant’s office to make a difference.

From Local to Global: Her transformation from never seeing a train to traveling to 25 countries for her work.

Breaking Stereotypes: Vishala’s fight against color, gender, and regional barriers, and how she proved that talent and skills matter more.

Creative Solutions: Launching 40+ millet-based products, including her top-selling noodles, a desi competitor to Maggi!

Cultural Revival: Her parallel venture celebrating traditional toys like Kondapalli and Etikoppaka.

Rural Impact: Creating a value chain that supports 1,000+ lives in rural areas.

Vishala also sheds light on her creative protest campaigns like Rahagiri, her thoughts on work-life balance for women, and why this is the perfect time for millets to take center stage.

This episode is packed with lessons on entrepreneurship, sustainability, traditions and resilience. Whether you’re a dreamer, doer, or simply curious, you’ll walk away inspired.

Join us for this powerful conversation with a true trailblazer. Watch now!

⏰ Timecodes ⏰
00:00 Teaser
01:20 Guest Introduction
03:00 Meeting Narendra Modi
06:02 My Role in G20 Summit
09:10 Who is Vishala Reddy?
10:24 The Birth of Millet Bank: Why and How it Started
15:05 Partnerships that helped my Journey: RICH, Nutri Hub, NABARD & More
21:20 Millets, Art & Culture
24:55 Creating Millet Products: Challenges, Wins & Lessons Learned
30:36 Spreading Millet Awareness: A Vision for India
32:25 Success Stories & Setbacks
34:28 Finding a Co-founder
41:52 My experience with Ramoji Rao Garu, and CBN Garu
50:22 My journey from Kuppam
56:36 What was Rahagiri?
1:02:06 Why Millets Are Now More Important Than Ever
1:09:16 Adventures, Inspirations & Life Lessons
1:15:43 Recommended Books & Movies for Aspiring Entrepreneurs
1:19:50 Starting Your Own Business: Tips, Support Systems & Building Teams
1:28:48 Leveraging Agricultural Schemes & Infrastructure for Growth
1:38:43 Empowering Young Women: Vishala’s Advice
1:40:20 The Role of Family in Achieving Success

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