How to start a yoga mat manufacturing business in India?
I’ve been in the yoga scene, and in 2025, India’s wellness boom (10M+ yogis) makes yoga mat manufacturing a solid biz. Market Fit - Niche: ₹500-2,000/mat, eco-friendly. - Cost: ₹5 lakhs (machines, rubber). Steps 1. Produce: Use PVC, TPE; source from Gujarat. 2. Legal: MSME reg, BIS cert (₹10k). 3. Sell: Amazon, yoga studios. Produce 1,000 mats/month = ₹1 lakh profit. Durability’s key—test quality. Decathlon’s guide helps. Eco or budget mats?
Yoga mats are my hustle, and India’s 2025 yoga craze makes this a winner. Potential - Demand: ₹300-1,500/mat. - Startup: ₹3 lakhs (equipment). Plan - Make: Small batch TPE mats. - Legal: Sole prop, GST. - Market: Insta, gyms. Aim for 500 mats/month = ₹50k profit. Grip matters—test surfaces. YogaBar’s tips inspire. Thick or thin mats?