Government of Meghalaya
Others
Wanlang Lakuna
East Khasi Hills, Meghalaya
Founded by Wanlang Lakuna, a B.Tech Mechanical Engineering graduate, during the COVID-19 pandemic. Inspired by his mother's struggles with manual betel nut processing, he developed an automated betel nut cutter that has since grown into a successful agri-tech venture.
Impact at a glance
Employment Generated
2
Lives Impacted
8
Government Funding
₹1 Lakh
Social Impact
Significantly improved livelihoods by reducing labor-intensive manual work for betel nut processing, empowering local farmers, enhancing productivity, and supporting rural economic development in Meghalaya.
Products
Mechanised beetlenut peeling machine
