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The Economic Times
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Harsh Goenka shares inspiring viral startup success story of 'Traffic Vada Pav' owner who now earns lakhs monthly

A heartwarming startup journey from Maharashtra is once again grabbing attention after being shared online by investor and entrepreneur Harsh Goenka on social media platform X (Twitter). The post highlighted the inspiring transformation of Gaurav Londhe, the man behind the now-famous Traffic Vada Pav.

The story is resonating widely because it is not just about food—it’s about turning everyday struggle into opportunity.

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Who Is Gaurav Londhe and What Is Traffic Vada Pav?

Gaurav Londhe, a Thane-based entrepreneur, started his journey working in food delivery jobs before taking a bold step into business. He later built a unique concept called “Traffic Vada Pav”, where freshly made vada pavs are sold to commuters stuck in Mumbai traffic signals—along with water and basic packaging for convenience.

The idea was simple, but the timing and execution made it stand out in a crowded street food market.

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