Founders: Kunal Vaid & Ratan Vaid

Portfolio Partner: 2021

Operational State: Creating dignified jobs in Chhattisgarh, Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha, and other Northeastern states.

Resham Sutra is a New Delhi-based company that manufactures and distributes solar-powered silk spinning machines to rural women in Chhattisgarh, Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha and other Northeastern states. Founded by Kunal Vaid, along with his father Ratan Vaid, Resham Sutra, which translates to “silk thread,” is aimed at replacing labor-intensive silk yarn production methods with reeling machines to eliminate hard labor and double a reeler’s productivity and income.

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About the Founders:

​Kunal Vaid is the Founder and CEO of Resham Sutra, a company focused on sustainable silk production that aims to improve rural livelihoods through innovative solutions.​ He has a vision of addressing global poverty through innovative technological solutions and business strategies. Vaid's vision centers on addressing global poverty while creating dignified, sustainable livelihoods for rural communities.

​Ratan Vaid serves as the co-founder and Managing Director of Resham Sutra, a social enterprise focused on sustainable silk production. Resham Sutra is dedicated to providing dignified employment opportunities in various Indian states. Through innovative solutions and technology, they enhance the livelihoods of local communities, promoting both economic and social development.