Madhav Sahu hails from Manpur village near GMR Kamalanga Energy Ltd in Odisha. He is the sole breadwinner of a large family which includes 3 children and his elderly mother. Having worked as an industrial labourer for many years, he dreamt of someday starting his own business in order to provide his family with a better quality of life.

Last year, Madhav attended a community meeting organised by GMR Varalakshmi Foundation where he learnt he could set up or expand an existing business with an initial grant from GMR Varalakshmi Foundation under the Livelihood Restoration Programme, a special program for those who gave land for GKEL. Under the LRP program, project affected families are being supported for livelihoods enhancement through farm, livestock and micro-enterprise activities.

Madhav then approached GMRVF with a proposal to establish a semi-automatic flour mill unit within the confines of his house. With the grant provided, he purchased a good quality flour mill.

The mini flour mill proved to be an instant hit with the community members. Earlier, the villagers would carry the grains in sacks and walk to a mill in a neighbouring village for the purpose of getting their grain ground. Today, all the residents of Manpur as well as some nearby villages, make use of the Madhav's mill.

As his business flourished, Madhav's oldest son also joined him after completing his higher education.

Madhav joyfully states: "I am thankful to GMRVF for bringing good fortune to my family."