New Delhi: A modest investment can yield substantial long-term profits –if you plan to embark on this fragrant entrepreneurial journey. In today’s Business project identification, we shall be talking about manufacturing of Dhoop Battis.


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In the vibrant Indian society, the burning of Dhoop or Dhoop Batti that emanates a captivating fragrance, holds a sacred place in ritual ceremonies. Dhoop Batti, derived from the extracts of dhoop trees (Vateria Indica and Canarium strictum). Dhoop Batti paste, a harmonious blend of ghee, herbs, and dhoop tree extracts, offers a delightful olfactory experience. These aromatic pastes take the form of cones or sturdy sticks, enriching spaces with their alluring scents.


According to the Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) feasibility report, "The product Dhoop Batti (Incense sticks) is now-a-days becoming very popular in ritual ceremonies like havan etc. In market Dhoop Batti is also sold in bulk quantities. The local vendors do repacking in small quantities. Hence, it is presumed that if this type of unit is set up it will earn good profit."


KVIC has broken the Cost of Project into the following


Cost of Project For Dhoop Batti Manufacturing


Land Rented/Owned Building & Civil Work (2000 Sq Ft)


Plant & Machinery: Rs 4.40 lakh


Furniture & Fixtures: Rs 0.50 lakh


Pre-operative Expenses: Rs 0.44 lakh


Working Capital Requirement: Rs 7.66 lakh


Total: Rs 13 lakh


MEANS OF FINANCE For Dhoop Batti Manufacturing


Own Contribution: Rs @10% 1.30 lakh


Term Loan: Rs 4.81 lakh


Workign Capital Finance: Rs 6.90 lakh


Total: Rs 13 lakh


 


KVIC has computed an estimated gross sales of Rs 41.47 lakh (1st Year), Rs 50.53 lakh (2nd Year), Rs 55.53 lakh (3rd Year), Rs 60.72 lakh (4th Year), Rs 66.09 lakh (5th Year).


Net Profit of Rs 8 lakh in first year, Rs 11.62 lakh in second year, Rs 12.44 lakh in third year, Rs 14.33 lakh in fourth year and Rs 16.24 lakh in fifth year.


 


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