“No preservatives and adulterants are used. Superior quality of spices and other ingredients are used in preparing the colorful delicacies.”

“I gradually developed interest in integrated farming which now includes apiculture, organic vegetable cultivation, seasonal jams and dairy products and vermicomposting unit,” she says.

When Muhammad Thair came to Kashmir for vacations from UAE he had no idea that an opportunity is waiting for him. In April this year, when he went to meet his friends- Asim Shah and Adil- they sat for a casual discussion over the job scenario in Kashmir.

After getting popular in the area, in 2010, Prof. GM Bhat from Kashmir University took both of us to participate in the INSPIRE program and he appreciated us. He introduced us to ‘Ghan Cell’ of varsity, where we were encouraged and boosted my confidence. They also provided some financial aid, at that time”, Refaz said.

Along with Director Education, former Commissioner Secretary Education, Farooq Ahamd Shah also graced the occasion.

The founder of the company, Akhter Shoda, told Rising Kashmir that the crux of ‘Star Homes’ lies in creating something creative from an ordinary space with unique ideas.