If you thought you’re too old to have dreams or do anything about them, it’s time you think again. A 94-year-old grandmother from Chandigarh is setting new goals of inspiration! Four years ago, Harbhajan Kaur’s daughter, Raveen Suri, decided to help her build her entrepreneurial dream. At the age of 90, she sold her first-ever besan barfi at a local organic market and made her first income of Rs 2,000. Soon, Harbhajan Kaur pursued her skill professionally and became the proud owner of Harbhajan’s, her very own besan barfi startup.

“I can cook”

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Harbhajan Kaur’s entrepreneurial journey began when her daughter asked her if she had any grudges in life. The 90-year-old grandmother said she regretted not having ever earned a single penny. What turned things around was her response when her daughter asked her if she’d like to do something about it now. “I can cook,” she said, and these three words marked the beginning of a historic journey. Harbhajan began making barfis, chutneys, and pickles to sell at the local market.

The establishment of Harbhajan’s was supported by her granddaughter who helped with branding, packaging, and even the tagline – Bachpan yaad aajae. Over the last four years, Harbhajan Kaur has made over 500 kilograms of barfi in batches of five to 10 kilograms. Not only that, she even made 200 kilograms of barfi when her granddaughter got married just two months ago and asked for her nani‘s speciality! What adds the icing to this besan barfi startup cake is the fact that Harbhajan does it all on her own. She doesn’t even accept help from her daughters and sources all her ingredients like ghee, flour, nuts, and sugar from organic markets, whenever possible.

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‘Entrepreneur of the year,’ says Anand Mahindra

Earlier this year, her story was even shared by business tycoon Anand Mahindra:


Harbhajan Kaur’s story is definitely one that should be noted and remembered for years to come. There are moments where all of us feel low and think it’s too late to pursue our dreams. But, in all moments of self-doubt, remember Harbhajan’s and the woman behind this startup. If this isn’t inspiration, we don’t know what is.

BRB, gotta dig out my business plans now.

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