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Biplab Das, an MBA grad from IIM-Bangalore, pursues organic farming in the Sundarbans

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MBA from IIM-Bangalore takes up organic farming in Sundarbans; empowers local farmers

Biplab Das quit his job with Accenture to work in the Sundarbans. His Kishalay Organics produces native rice, organic fruits and veggies and procures natural produce from local farmers. The farm-to-kitchen model yielded Rs18 lakh in revenues last year

By Sravasti Datta

Feb 14, 2025 00:01 IST logo

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