In the bustling streets of Thane, a remarkable entrepreneurial journey unfolds—one that began with a Class 7 education and culminated in a ₹100 crore mithai empire. This is the inspiring story of Prashant Chandak, the visionary behind Prashant Corner's Suvarna Mithai, whose sweet creations have captured the hearts of Maharashtra.
The Humble Beginnings
Prashant's story begins not in a corporate boardroom, but in the modest surroundings of a small family sweet shop. Having left formal education after Class 7, he joined his father's struggling business in 1992. The shop, then generating a mere ₹300-400 daily, was far from the thriving enterprise it would become.
The Turning Point
The transformation began in 2005 when Prashant decided to rebrand the business as "Prashant Corner." But the real game-changer came with his innovative approach to traditional Indian sweets. He introduced chocolate-covered pedas and chocolate barfis, blending Western confectionery trends with Indian mithai traditions.
Building a Sweet Empire
Today, Prashant Corner's Suvarna Mithai stands as a testament to entrepreneurial spirit:
- Annual Revenue: Approximately ₹100 crore
- Daily Production: An impressive 8,000 kg of sweets
- Workforce: Employs around 600 people
- Expansion: Multiple outlets across Thane and growing presence
The Secret Ingredients to Success
What makes this story particularly compelling is Prashant's hands-on approach. Despite his limited formal education, he mastered every aspect of the business—from sweet-making techniques to financial management. His philosophy centers on quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction.
More Than Just Business
Prashant's journey represents the enduring power of traditional Indian entrepreneurship. It's a story that challenges conventional notions about education and success, proving that passion, innovation, and hard work can create empires—even in the most traditional sectors.
The sweet smell of success continues to waft from Prashant Corner, serving as inspiration for aspiring entrepreneurs across India and demonstrating that sometimes, the sweetest victories come from the most unexpected beginnings.
