{"id":13909,"date":"2025-09-19T08:33:57","date_gmt":"2025-09-19T08:33:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tezgyan.com\/index.php\/2025\/09\/19\/from-2-to-200-litres-two-brothers-who-lost-everything-dring-covid-found-success-in-a-cup-of-tea-india-news\/"},"modified":"2025-09-19T08:33:57","modified_gmt":"2025-09-19T08:33:57","slug":"from-2-to-200-litres-two-brothers-who-lost-everything-dring-covid-found-success-in-a-cup-of-tea-india-news","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tezgyan.com\/index.php\/2025\/09\/19\/from-2-to-200-litres-two-brothers-who-lost-everything-dring-covid-found-success-in-a-cup-of-tea-india-news\/","title":{"rendered":"From 2 To 200 Litres: Two Brothers, Who Lost Everything Dring Covid, Found Success In A Cup of Tea | India News"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"story-9583012\">\n<p><span class=\"jsx-395e0e0beb19cb6e jsx-4143937483\">Last Updated:<\/span><time class=\"jsx-395e0e0beb19cb6e jsx-4143937483\">September 19, 2025, 13:27 IST<\/time><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"asubttl-9583012\" class=\"jsx-c9f81425ec968c48 jsx-4116874938 asubttl-schema\">Once struggling to sell 2 litres of tea after losing job during COVID, a Jehanabad youth along with his brother now sells 200 litres daily, powered by resilience and family support<\/h2>\n<div class=\"jsx-c3a4b7af90a1cd78 artsharwrp\"><a href=\"https:\/\/news18.co\/gnps-en-btn\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"jsx-91f4da8d48c13a79 gglebtn bggrn\"\/><\/p>\n<div id=\"artshare\" class=\"jsx-c3a4b7af90a1cd78 artshare\">\n<div class=\"jsx-c3a4b7af90a1cd78 stickdiv\">\n<div class=\"jsx-c3a4b7af90a1cd78 deskwrapstkdiv\">\n<div class=\"jsx-c3a4b7af90a1cd78 fontchange\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.news18.com\/dlxczavtqcctuei\/news18\/static\/images\/english\/font.svg\" height=\"30px\" width=\"30px\" alt=\"font\" title=\"font\" class=\"jsx-c3a4b7af90a1cd78 lazyload\"\/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"jsx-c9f81425ec968c48 jsx-4116874938 amimg\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Their story is a reminder that setbacks can be new beginnings in disguise and that no effort, however small, goes to waste when backed by grit. (Local18)\" title=\"Their story is a reminder that setbacks can be new beginnings in disguise and that no effort, however small, goes to waste when backed by grit. (Local18)\" src=\"https:\/\/images.news18.com\/ibnlive\/uploads\/2021\/07\/1627283897_news18_logo-1200x800.jpg?impolicy=website&amp;width=400&amp;height=225\" loading=\"eager\" fetchpriority=\"high\" class=\"jsx-c9f81425ec968c48 jsx-4116874938\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Their story is a reminder that setbacks can be new beginnings in disguise and that no effort, however small, goes to waste when backed by grit. (Local18)<\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<p id=\"0\" class=\"story_para_0\">It\u2019s often said that with courage and dedication, even the most distant dream can be turned into reality. Tough times, when faced with determination, can open doors to entirely new paths. A shining example of this can be found near Kargil Chowk, by the District Magistrate\u2019s office in Jehanabad, Bihar, where two brothers transformed their lives \u2014 one cup of tea at a time.<\/p>\n<h2>When Job Was Lost To COVID, A New Life Brewed<\/h2>\n<p id=\"2\" class=\"story_para_2\">Shantanu, a resident of Jehanabad, completed his education up to the 12th standard and worked as a data entry operator. His elder brother supported the family by driving an auto-rickshaw.<\/p>\n<p id=\"3\" class=\"story_para_3\">However, during the COVID-19 pandemic, Shantanu lost his job, and with it came increased financial stress and household responsibilities. But instead of giving in to despair, he chose to take a bold step.<\/p>\n<p id=\"4\" class=\"story_para_4\">With just 2 litres of milk, the two brothers set up a modest tea stall together.<\/p>\n<h2>The Road Wasn\u2019t Easy \u2013 But They Kept Going<\/h2>\n<p id=\"6\" class=\"story_para_6\">Initially, their tea stall operated for a few days before being taken down. But the brothers didn\u2019t give up. Soon after, they started again; this time near Kargil Chowk, by the DM office. At first, there were only a handful of customers. But word spread fast, and soon, their tea became a local favourite.<\/p>\n<p id=\"7\" class=\"story_para_7\">Today, their stall is a well-known landmark in Jehanabad, serving around 200 litres of milk tea daily.<\/p>\n<h2>A Place Where Everyone Feels At Home<\/h2>\n<p id=\"9\" class=\"story_para_9\">From morning until 8 pm, Kargil Chowk buzzes with tea lovers, from government employees and students to shopkeepers and locals. Regulars say the tea isn\u2019t just delicious; it carries a warmth that makes you feel at home.<\/p>\n<p id=\"10\" class=\"story_para_10\">Reflecting on their journey, Shantanu shared, \u201cThe beginning was incredibly difficult. I often wondered whether the business would survive. But patience, hard work, and my brother\u2019s support got us through. He once drove an auto; now we run this tea stall side by side. Things are definitely better now.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p id=\"11\" class=\"story_para_11\">Their story is a reminder that setbacks can be new beginnings in disguise and that no effort, however small, goes to waste when backed by grit.<\/p>\n<div class=\"jsx-c9f81425ec968c48 jsx-4116874938 atbtlink Location\"><span>Location :<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Bihar, India, India<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jsx-c9f81425ec968c48 jsx-4116874938 atbtlink fp\"><span>First Published:<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"rs\">\n<p>September 19, 2025, 13:27 IST<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jsx-c9f81425ec968c48 jsx-4116874938 brdcrmb\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.news18.com\/\">News<\/a>  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.news18.com\/india\/\">india<\/a>  <span class=\"brdout\"> From 2 To 200 Litres: Two Brothers, Who Lost Everything Dring Covid, Found Success In A Cup of Tea<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"coral-wrap\" class=\"jsx-ba4d8f086a12294f \">\n<div class=\"jsx-ba4d8f086a12294f coral-cont\">\n<div class=\"jsx-ba4d8f086a12294f coltoptxt\">Disclaimer: Comments reflect users\u2019 views, not News18\u2019s. 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