Case of Govindo - The Entrepreneur

Govindo Chakraborty is an atheist. Many a days he went to bed hungry. There was no money. His father did not send him to school as he could not afford his education. His other three brothers passed out from reputed colleges and got jobs.  Not knowing what to do, Govindo boarded the next available train from Howrah station not even aware where it was going. The train took him to Punjab. He was fourteen years old then. He spent the night at the platform. He approached a Sardaji for a job. The Sardarji took a liking for Govindo and took him to his home.

 

 Govindo learnt that Sardarji was in sports gear manufacturing business. He had a large factory making cricket bats, hockey sticks, carom boards, cricket balls, footballs all manufactured under a reputed sports brand. Govindo was wander struck how with precision they made those cricket bats. Govindo made up his mind; it is this business which he has to do. His lack of education would not hamper the progress.

 

Govindo was a quick learner. He grasped the intricate details. The special type of wood, the seasoning, the measurements ----- Govindo learnt it all. This was the profession that kept him alive mentally and physically. On his twenty fifth birthday,  Govindo boarded a Kolkata  bound train. He was determined set up his own sports manufacturing activity in his hometown.

 

Govindo along with a handful of craftsman started making cricket bats and carom boards for local youngsters. It was fun. Soon it became a hit with the youngsters. They helped to spread the word all around. The goods were of good quality and priced moderately. His enterprise flourished. People from neighbouring districts came to buy his products in bulk. Govindo started to send his consignment to neighbouring states.

 

Govindo Chakraborty has now thirty craftsmen working under him. He has opened five shops and a warehouse. He still does not visit any place of worship.  

 

But he is still an entrepreneur at heart loving what he does best!

 

Note:

This story was contributed by Mr. Sitendu De. Grateful for his contribution.