M Kamalathal

M Kamalathal, affectionately known as the Idli Amma (mother) and Paatima (grandmother), is an Indian social worker known particularly for her work in making & selling Idlis to migrant workers and needy for INR 1.[1]

M Kamalathal
Born1934/1935 (age 87–88)
Vadivelampalayam, Tamilnadu, India
NationalityIndian
Other namesIdli Amma (mother)
Paatima (grandmother)
Known forMakes & sells Idlis to migrant workers and needy for INR 1

Social works

Kamalathal, an octogenarian and a resident of Vadivelampalayam on the Coimbatore city outskirts, is known for her selfless service-cum-low margin business model.[2] She sells around 600 Idlis every day for INR 1 a piece with sambar and chutney side dishes, all of which she prepares alone.[3]

References

  1. "Paatima's ₹1 idlis a crowd-puller in Coimbatore". The Hindu. Retrieved 12 September 2019.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  2. "The Wonder Woman Behind Coimbatore's '1 Rupee Idli'". National Geographic. Retrieved 17 September 2020.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  3. "Meet 85-year old Kamalathal, who sells idlis for Rs 1". Deccan Herald. Retrieved 14 September 2019.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)


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