From the coastal lands of Vishakhapatnam emerged a warrior-turned-entrepreneur whose journey embodies the essence of service, sacrifice, and rebirth. Subedar Varahala Babu Ruttala's story begins in the fertile fields of Narsipattinam, where his 3 acres nurtured cashews, rice, and eucalyptus – a testament to his roots in the soil of Andhra Pradesh.In 2004, while pursuing his BA, a friend's words sparked a flame that would lead him to don the uniform. For 23 years, he served with distinction, his boots carrying him across India's diverse terrains – from the misty hills of Nagaland to the sun-scorched dunes of Rajasthan. It was in those merciless desert sands that the village boy faced his greatest test, where the harsh climate and unforgiving landscape forged his character in ways no classroom could.
His family stood as his anchor through these wandering years – his supportive parents, his wife serving with the central government, and two daughters whose education remained a priority despite their father's postings. Through it all, Varahala Babu nurtured his mind with books on business and gardening, planting seeds of knowledge that would later bloom.
When retirement knocked on his door, Varahala refused to let his warrior spirit rest. Fate led him to the I Create Aspiring Entrepreneurship Workshop, where the soldier discovered his next mission. Armed with new knowledge and driven by purpose, he returned to his hometown with a vision that would transform not just his life, but his community's future.
Drawing from his previous experience managing his own cashew farm, Varahala embarked on an ambitious venture that would combine his military training with his agricultural heritage – a cashew processing unit. The substantial investment of Rs 2 crores was met through his personal savings of Rs 80 lakhs and loans totalling Rs 1.2 crores.
Today, his venture provides livelihood to 50 local workers, their earnings tied to their effort in processing the golden nuts that once grew on his family land. Each kilogram processed is a direct path to prosperity – with every worker's effort translating into fair wages, their dedication translating into dignity earned through labour— a system where hard work directly feeds hungry mouths and sends children to school.
His venture is flourishing, transforming his hometown's economic landscape, thanks to his knowledge, dedication, and the support of his family. Between managing his thriving business, Varahala finds solace in books about business, novels, and gardening – feeding both mind and soul. His journey from a young army recruit to a successful entrepreneur is a testament to the power of resilience, discipline, courage and unwavering determination.
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