Anand Mahindra’s Monday motivation is a nonagenarian who proves you can change your life’s script any day

Anand Mahindra has shared an inspiring story of Prabhavati Bhagwati, a 98-year-old entrepreneur from Ahmedabad, whose late-life business venture has captured national attention. Taking to X, Mahindra described her journey as a powerful reminder that age is no barrier to starting something new. He highlighted her message of reinvention, calling it a source of daily inspiration across generations.

Who is Prabhavati Nani? The Story Behind ‘Nani’s Nashta'

Prabhavati Bhagwati, fondly known as 'Prabhavati Nani', spent decades devoted to her family life. After the passing of her husband in 2017, following 68 years of marriage, her daily routine changed dramatically.


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With her children settled elsewhere, the once lively household became quiet. Cooking, which had always been her way of expressing care, seemed to lose its purpose, until an unexpected moment sparked a new beginning.

How ‘Nani’s Nashta’ Became a Viral Ahmedabad Food Startup

The turning point came during a small tea gathering where Prabhavati served homemade Gujarati khandvi. The dish received overwhelming appreciation, with guests placing paid orders for future events.

What started as a simple request soon evolved into a full-fledged home-based business. In 2018, she officially launched Nani’s Nashta, a venture rooted in traditional recipes, authenticity and home-cooked quality.

Unlike modern startups, her business grew organically, without funding rounds or marketing campaigns, relying instead on word-of-mouth and customer trust.

Gujarati Food Menu: Khandvi, Dhokla, Thepla and More

Today, Prabhavati Nani’s menu features a wide range of popular Gujarati snacks and Indian street food, including:

• Khandvi
• Dhokla
• Thepla
• Bhakri
• Vada Pav
• Sev Puri
• Pav Bhaji

Khandvi remains her signature dish, symbolising the beginning of her entrepreneurial journey. Reports suggest she now serves over 200 families, turning her home kitchen into a thriving food hub.

Late-Life Entrepreneurship in India: A Growing Inspiration

Prabhavati Nani’s story adds to a growing list of senior citizen entrepreneurs in India redefining age and ambition. Anand Mahindra also referenced similar examples, including elderly individuals who have successfully launched businesses in their later years.

Her journey highlights a powerful shift in mindset, proving that entrepreneurship is not limited by age, but driven by purpose, resilience and passion.

‘You Can Start Any Day’: A Powerful Message for All Generations

What really clicked for Mahindra was her simple outlook: life doesn’t run on a fixed schedule. Whether you’re 25 or 98, you can always start something new.

Prabhavati Nani’s journey, from dealing with loss to building something meaningful, shows that it’s never too late to find purpose. And honestly, her story is the kind that makes you rethink what’s possible at any stage of life.