Interesting

@Neelesh Kansal Yes it is critical for you to push out existing stock. But if you frame it as a 50% OFF during peak festival season, then you can loose value in your existing products. And customers will expect you to extend the offer on your new product line.

What you can do is club it as a combo pack or a freebie in your new product line. This way you can retain the value of your new products and increase chances of clearing out old stock.

Of the three you highlighted, E-commerce makes more sense, purely because of Investments involved. You can start as low as ₹1 lakh with categories like gifting, home decor, apparel.

is this for bazaar, too?

What kind of content should be copyrighted? Can we copyright social media creatives?

@Samriddhi

Before you dive into ads or business development, try to identify your top 3 customer personas (e.g., new pet parents, busy professionals, breeders) and then align your pricing, packaging, and listings to match what they are already buying on marketplaces like Amazon or Flipkart.

Also, a quick heads-up — Sumvaad Bazaar is a B2B space, meant for connecting with wholesalers, resellers, or shop owners, not for direct customer orders. But it’s still a great place to test product demand or explore supplier partnerships.

👉 You can read more about the Marketplaces in our sumvaad forum space.

You can check this post, a good-read https://www.sumvaad.co.in/forum/growth-sales/business-ideas-under-25-lakh-guide-for-indian-business-owners

@Ashmita Singhal

Great question — and a common one for first-time entrepreneurs starting small. With a ₹50,000 budget and a focus on passive or low-effort income, here are 3 business models that work well in the Indian market:

1. Self-Serve Product Counters (Semi-Passive Income)

You can set up an unmanned snack box, basic stationery kit, or even a power bank rental station at places like tuition centres, clinics, or office lobbies.

• ₹30–40k: Inventory + display box or stand

• ₹5–10k: Placement fees or commissions to location owner

• Revenue: Per sale or per use (via UPI or honesty model)

• Needs 1–2 visits per week to refill — no daily effort

2. Domestic Drop-Shipping (Passive-Friendly Online Model)

Promote Indian-made products through WhatsApp, Instagram, or your own site — and have your supplier ship directly to the buyer.

• ₹10–15k: Product photos, sample orders, basic page setup

• ₹20–25k: Small ad budget to test winning product categories

• Choose items like: Home organisers, pet accessories, kitchen tools

• Tie up with sellers from Sumvaad Bazaar or other trusted sources

You don’t handle stock or shipping — focus only on marketing and sales.

3. Digital Products & Templates (Passive Income)

If you have a skill (design, writing, Excel, Canva), create reusable products like:

• Resume formats, budgeting sheets, invoice templates, Notion planners

• ₹5–10k: Branding, Canva Pro, hosting page

• Sell via WhatsApp groups, creator platforms, or Gumroad-style sites

• One-time creation → long-term sales

Many creators earn steady income with just 4–5 strong templates.

We've created a Business Idea playbook at Growth & Sales Forum, you can have a look at it here >

@Gurvinder Singh I’m not into exports yet, but this makes me wonder — how does one figure out which product category is easy or legally viable to export to Europe from India? Any guidance ?

Dear @Arjun Sinha , thanks for sharing your query.

Once you've locked in a budget and know your preferred business model (retail, wholesale, service, etc.), it becomes easier to shortlist suitable options. Your base city — whether Tier 1, 2, 3, or metro — also affects what's viable.

Assuming a budget between ₹5–15 lakh and that you’re open to renting a shop, here are some options:

• Retail (Products):Essential stores like Kirana, undergarment shops, small paint stores, or even medical stores (requires a license) can offer stable returns.

• Wholesale/Distributorship:You could get into FMCG distribution (snacks, beverages, personal care). Think Haldiram's snacks, local chocolates, or daily-use goods.

• Service Models:Consider niche service gaps — like elderly assistance, hyperlocal delivery, or services for influencers (video editing, gifting, etc.).

• eCommerce (D2C):Launch on Amazon, Instagram, or Shopify. Categories like fashion, home decor, and lifestyle goods are always in demand.

• Micro-Industry:You can set up a small packaging or box-making unit — packaging demand is growing with eCommerce.

You can also read sumvaad threads on Business Ideas one can pick, based on their Budget. Read Here.

Dear @Samriddhi , thanks for sharing your query. Starting with marketplaces like Amazon or Meesho is a good idea — especially for handmade items. These platforms have built-in customer traffic, but they’re also crowded and competitive.

Instagram, WhatsApp, and Facebook can help build trust, especially if you start with your personal network. Ask friends or family to place 2–3 trial orders and leave genuine reviews — that’ll help boost your visibility.

I’ve learned this the hard way after spending ₹5L on ads too early. Honestly, a steady organic approach works better when you’re just beginning.

That’s where Sumvaad Bazaar can help. It's not an order-based marketplace — instead, it’s a B2B networking space where serious business owners and resellers connect, promote products, and get leads. You can list your product here, get feedback from real business people, and build early trust before jumping into big platforms.

In short, start small, test smart, and build slow. You're already on the right path!