Moradabad’s ₹10,000 Phenyl Startup: A 12-Woman Collective Turns Self-Reliant

Vasundhra Tewari

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A 12-member groups of women entrepreneur in Moradabad has turned a modest ₹10,000 seed outlay into a thriving microenterprise by manufacturing a scented household phenyl from cow by-products. The group, led by Khushi Yadav, reports steady demand within Moradabad division and from outside the region, with members individually earning about ₹15,000-₹20,000 a month, translating to “income in lakhs” at the group level.

What They Make and How?

According to the report, the collective prepares a cleaning phenyl using cow urine, along with milk, curd and other ingredients, and adds fragrance so homes retain a pleasant scent during cleaning. The women emphasize there is no adulteration and that only a few drops deliver the desired effect, points they credit for strong word-of-mouth uptake.

Women Entrepreneur Khushi Yadav: Brain Behind It

Collective size: 12 women
Leadership: Khushi Yadav (President)
Capital outlay: ~₹10,000 to start the operation
Per-member income: ~₹15,000-₹20,000 per month
Market response: Robust demand in Moradabad division and beyond
These details, attributed to the group’s account in the original report, frame a straightforward grassroots enterprise story driven by small capital and local sourcing.

Why It’s Working?

Low entry barrier: The product is made from ingredients widely available in rural settings, keeping initial costs down.

Clear value proposition: A scented, non-adulterated phenyl that “works in a few drops” gives buyers a tangible reason to switch.

Community operations: Working as a collective spreads workload and risk while boosting production consistency, vital for repeat demand.

Local credibility: Originating within the community helps in early adoption and referrals.

The women describe an ongoing shift from household confines to self-reliance, with earnings supporting livelihoods and inspiring others to generate income.