Meet Asha Jha: The woman who sold madhubani paintings for Rs 100 and turned a paintbrush into hope for 250 families across Bihar
Asha Jha revived her childhood Madhubani painting skill when her lecturer salaries stopped. She sold her intricate artwork for small sums and even bangles. Her detailed paintings gained official recognition, leading to numerous national awards. She then launched Madhubani Paints with her daughters, using social media to reach customers. This initiative now empowers 250 women artisans across Bihar with independent incomes.
Asha Jha revived her childhood Madhubani painting skill when her lecturer salaries stopped. She sold her intricate artwork for small sums and even bangles. Her detailed paintings gained official recognition, leading to numerous national awards. She then launched Madhubani Paints with her daughters, using social media to reach customers. This initiative now empowers 250 women artisans across Bihar with independent incomes.
