Sharmila Jain Oswal’s Impactful Farming and Millet Revolution

Pune resident Sharmila Jain Oswal has made a significant impact on the lives of farmers in India through her dedicated efforts. She founded the Green Energy Foundation, an NGO, with the goal of supporting farmers, revitalizing water sources, and promoting smart farming techniques, including the cultivation of water-efficient crops like millet. Additionally, she co-founded ‘Gud Mom’ alongside her son, Shubham, a venture specializing in millet-based products. Here is an overview of her entrepreneurial journey: Around 2004 to 2006, there was a concerning surge in farmer suicides in India, particularly in Maharashtra, with a significant number occurring in Vidarbha, the state’s […]