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A beneficial business opportunity for youth and women – Obnews
Samira Vishwas | September 18, 2025 2:24 PM CST

The trend of street food in India is increasing, and amidst this increasing demand, a foreign dish ‘Falafel’ has made a special identity. This middle eastern vegetarian snack is not only delicious, but can also be sold at a higher price, which makes it attractive from a commercial point of view.

What is spread and why it is beneficial?

The spread is a vegetarian snack, which is mainly prepared from gram, spices and herbs. Its popularity in India is increasing rapidly, especially between vegetarian and healthy foods. It costs around ₹ 30 per piece, while it can be sold for ₹ 100 to ₹ 120, which ranges from 40% to 60%.

How to start spreading without a shop?

You can start this business without any shop. For this you will need a food cart or stall, which can cost from ₹ 50,000 to ₹ 1.5 lakh. If you want a better setup, which contains a middle east theme, better crockery and professional presentation, then a spectacular branding can be done with an investment of ₹ 1.5 lakh.

Possible income and profit

If you sell 100 to 150 pieces a day, the monthly income can be up to ₹ 80,000. This business is particularly suitable for youth, women and housewives, as it can also be operated from home and does not require much investment.

Essential ingredients and equipment

Raw material: gram, spices, herbs, sesame, oil, and other essential ingredients.

Equipment: Food carts, stalls, gas stoves, embroidery, and other essential tools.

Location: It would be appropriate to set up stalls at busy market, college, or crowded places.

Marketing and branding

Marketing strategy is important for success in this business. You can brand your product using social media platforms. Additionally, customers can also be attracted by setting up stalls in local events, fairs and festivals.

Government assistance and schemes

The Government of India provides various schemes for small and medium enterprises, such as PMEGP and MSME schemes. Under these schemes, you can get a loan of up to ₹ 10 lakh without any property. Apart from this, subsidy ranging from 25% to 35% is also available in some schemes.

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