Food Processing

Petha or Petha Candy Manufacturing Unit

This unit focuses on the traditional manufacturing of Petha and Petha candy, a popular sweet delicacy in North India. The production process involves using traditional technology to transform raw ingredients into finished confectionery, which is then packaged for the market.

Project cost & finance

Cost of Project

figures in ₹ Lakhs

Building & Civil Work1
Plant & Machinery0.5
Working Capital0.37
Total1.87

Means of Finance

figures in ₹ Lakhs

Raw materials & machinery

Machinery & equipment7

Raw materials2

Manufacturing process

  1. Clean and prepare the raw ash gourd (Petha fruit).
  2. Boil the prepared fruit in the traditional diesel bhatti using the boiler.
  3. Process the fruit into candy using required syrup and flavorings.
  4. Wash and dry the final product using appropriate vessels and equipment.
  5. Pack the Petha using a polythene sealing machine for retail distribution.

Market

Petha is a popular sweet item in Agra, Lucknow, and other parts of North India with a consistent market demand. The production process is traditional and easy to set up.