On Monday, January 22, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, marking a historic moment with the consecration of the idol of Lord Shri Ram. During the puja, PM Modi was seen holding a lotus flower in his hand, which symbolizes the national flower of India, which holds special significance in the puja practices. Due to the many religious events held throughout the year in the country, the demand for lotus remains constant, making lotus cultivation an attractive venture for those looking for profitable opportunities.

Experts suggest that lotus cultivation can yield eight times more profits than the investment cost. Notably, lotus cultivation is no longer limited to ponds only, as it can also take place on flat land, requiring minimal investment to yield adequate returns.

For those interested in lotus cultivation, the process is relatively simple. If a pond is available it can be used; Otherwise, lotus can also be grown in the field. The process involves plowing and breaking the soil, leveling it with mortar and sowing the lotus seeds. To facilitate growth, the field should be continuously filled with water for two months, ensuring the moisture and mud necessary for the best growth of the lotus plant.

Lotus cultivation gives the benefit of two crops per year. By sowing the seeds in June, the crop is ready by October, while by sowing the seeds a second time in December, the flowers are ready for plucking by May.

About 5 to 6 thousand plants can be planted in one acre of lotus cultivation. The total expenditure including water and seeds comes to Rs 25 to 30 thousand. When mature, the flowers can be sold in the market, yielding an estimated revenue of around Rs 2 lakh per acre. This means that an initial investment of Rs 25 thousand leads to a substantial profit of Rs 2 lakh. Additionally, farmers can increase profits by growing additional crops like makhana and water chestnut in the same field along with lotus.

As lotus cultivation emerges as an economically profitable endeavor, it provides individuals with an opportunity to earn substantial profits as well as capitalize on the cultural and religious significance of the national flower.