10/08/2026
**Honoured. Humbled. Encouraged.**
I am truly honoured and humbled to receive the **Special Mention Award in the Agriculture & Social Welfare category** at **Sakthi Masala’s SuyaSakthi Virudhugal – Homepreneur Awards 2026**.
With **2,000+ applicants**, this recognition means a lot to me, especially at this early stage of my entrepreneurial journey.
The award selection followed a rigorous two-stage evaluation process. The applications were first shortlisted by the **Centre for Research, Entrepreneurship & Social Technology (CREST), IIT Madras**, based on business viability, social impact and entrepreneurial potential. The finalists were then evaluated by a **25-member expert jury**, who selected winners across nine categories.
Being recognised through such a process gives me immense confidence that **the direction I have chosen is the right one**.
More importantly, this award gives me the courage to take bigger risks, the strength to keep moving forward, and the determination to travel tirelessly in this entrepreneurial journey.
My heartfelt gratitude to the entire **Sakthi Masala team and management, CREST team, the esteemed expert jury, Brand Avatar**, and everyone associated with this wonderful initiative.
What makes this recognition even more special is that **SuyaSakthi Virudhugal has been conducted continuously for nine years**, celebrating and encouraging entrepreneurs with great commitment.
I strongly believe that initiatives like these do much more than recognise individual entrepreneurs. They **create confidence, encourage an entrepreneurial mindset, and inspire thousands of people to pursue their dreams**.
And when thousands of entrepreneurs are encouraged to build, create and grow, **lakhs of families can benefit and prosper**.
Thank you, SuyaSakthi Virudhugal, for being a source of encouragement at this important stage of my journey.
**This is not just an award.
It is encouragement to dream bigger, take greater risks and keep moving forward.**
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