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Micropreneurs: Documenting Small Business

THE COIR STORY
The Coir Story is a documentary showcasing the complete journey of coconut coir—from raw material to valuable products.
COCONUT SHELL TO ACTIVATED CARBON
This video showcases the process of making coconut shell charcoal using the earth pit method. Despite modern advancements, this process continues to rely on skilled workers and traditional knowledge.
THE GLASS BANGLE MAKERS OF MURGOD
In the village of Murgod, the age-old tradition of handcrafted glass bangle making is still alive. Through skill, heat, and precision, these artisans transform waste glass into beautiful green and black bangles. This documentary captures the traditional craft that continues with dedication and resilience.
SOAP MAKING
This film shows the process of traditional and sustainable soap manufacturing in Shirali, Karnataka. It shares the journey of Ganesh Soaps and Detergents, a small factory that has been making cloth-washing soaps by hand for 50 years, creating steady jobs and supporting local families through simple, time-tested methods.
JAGGERY MAKING
A traditional jaggery-making process near Pandavapura, now enhanced with an industrial touch. In 1800, Francis Buchanan documented the art of jaggery making in Channapatna using the traditional method, where a bullock-powered mortar and pestle was used—now replaced by machines. This video compares the jaggery output of today with that of the 1800s.