Thooshan Awards and Recognitions

Thooshan has won various National and International recognitions

Thooshan Wins Big at Zomato Startup India Packathon 2024

New Delhi: Zomato, India’s food ordering and delivery platform, recently celebrated the winners of its ‘Plastic-Free Orders Packathon’ in New Delhi. The initiative, held in collaboration with Startup India, aimed to encourage innovation in sustainable packaging for food delivery orders.

Thooshan Ideal for any functions

Thooshan offers a range of innovative products ideal for catering events, focusing on sustainability and reducing plastic waste.

Press Trust of India covers Thooshan story at Packathon 2024

Thooshan won the special jury award at Packathon 2024, organised by Zomato and Startup India

Doordarshan National Channel, featuring Thooshan

Doordarshan National Channel, known for its extensive reach and commitment to public service broadcasting, has featured Thooshan, a startup specializing in sustainable tableware. Thooshan was aired in Malayalam News channel

Be the Change

Thooshan is committed to promoting sustainability through its innovative range of biodegradable products, aiming to replace traditional plastic utensils with eco-friendly alternatives. Founded in 2018 and based in Kerala, India, Thooshan focuses on creating products that not only serve practical purposes but also contribute to environmental conservation.

Asianet writes about Thooshan വലിച്ചെറിയേണ്ട, കഴിച്ച ശേഷം ഈ പ്ലേറ്റുകളും കടിച്ചു തിന്നാം; ലോകം കണ്ട ഒരു മലയാളി സ്വന്തം നാടിന് വേണ്ടി ചെയ്തത്

Asianet is a prominent media group in India, especially known for its extensive coverage in Malayalam. Here are key aspects of Asianet:

• Asianet News Network Pvt. Ltd. operates multiple platforms, including television, radio, digital, and print media. It is recognized as the leading news TV channel in Kerala and is among the top news platforms in India.

Thooshan Journey covered by Scale Magazine

Scale magazine has covered our sustainable journey

Thooshan Leaves God's Own Country to Enchanting Tamil Nadu: Mathrubhumi News 13 Jan 2024

Mathrubhumi has featured Thooshan story of leaving God's Own Country, Kerala for Enchanting TamilNadu

Malayala Manorama on Thooshan

Malayala Manorama has featured Thooshan, a startup founded by Vinaykumar and Indira Vinaykumar, which focuses on creating biodegradable tableware. Here are the key highlights from their coverage:

Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Govt of India has featured Thooshan, as part of change makers, during India's 75th independence day, Azadi KA Amrit Mahotsav.

Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Govt of India has featured Thooshan, as part of change makers, during India's 75th independence day, Azadi KA  Amrit Mahotsav. 

Club Mahindra Endorses Thooshan

Thooshan has made significant strides in providing eco-friendly tableware, which is now being utilized by Club Mahindra

Usage in Properties: Club Mahindra has adopted Thooshan's straws across all its properties, emphasizing their commitment to sustainability. This partnership reflects a growing trend among hospitality brands to incorporate eco-friendly practices into their operations

Thooshan, Official Tableware of G20

Thooshan's products were prominently featured during the G20 Sherpa Meeting held in Kumarakom, Kerala

The inclusion of Thooshan’s products at such a prestigious event underscores the growing recognition of sustainable practices in large-scale gatherings. This aligns with global trends towards reducing plastic waste and promoting eco-friendly alternatives.

PR newswire covers Thooshan Story: Winning the special Jury Award: Zomato-Startup India Packathon-2024

Thooshan wins special Jury award at Packathon 2024, organised by Zomato and Startup India

Thooshan Reported by Samayam, A Times of India enterprise

Samayam, A Times of India, Malayalam channel has reported on Thooshan, a startup focused on producing biodegradable tableware, highlighting its innovative approach and significant achievements.

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• Thooshan is also involved in initiatives promoting responsible tourism and sustainable practices, collaborating with organizations like Southern Railway for campaigns against single-use plastics.

We continues to make significant strides in promoting sustainable dining solutions, gaining traction both locally and internationally while emphasizing our commitment to reducing plastic waste.

Asianet featuring Thooshan

Asianet has featured Thooshan, a startup specializing in biodegradable tableware, highlighting its innovative products and significant achievements. We are making strides in promoting eco-friendly dining solutions, gaining recognition for our innovative products while contributing positively to environmental sustainability efforts.

Thooshan at G20 Summit 2023

Thooshan Plates and straws were used in the G20 summit

Innovation captured

Thooshan is making significant innovations in the biodegradable products industry, particularly in the realm of eco-friendly tableware. 

Mathrubhumi Captures the essence of Thooshan

Mathrubhumi, a prominent Malayalam news paper has featured Thooshan

Eat your plates too....

The Times of India has covered Thooshan, a startup focused on biodegradable tableware, detailing its origins, product offerings, and market impact.

Thooshan is making notable strides in the biodegradable products market, driven by a commitment to sustainability and innovation while addressing the growing demand for eco-friendly alternatives to single-use plastics.

Vanitha Magazine featuring Thooshan

Vanitha is a prominent Indian magazine published fortnightly by the Malayala Manorama Group featuring Thooshan story

Ek Number News on Thooshan

Ek Number is a news channel that focuses on providing a range of news coverage, including current events, politics, entertainment, and more, featuring Thooshan

Thooshan, a part of Responsible Tourism initiative, Government of Kerala

Thooshan products are available under Kerala Tourism 

Kerala couple creating sustainable alternatives

Thooshan represents a significant step towards reducing plastic waste through innovative biodegradable products, driven by a commitment to sustainability and community engagement.

Lets chew some plates

The story of Thooshan is one of innovation and resilience, driven by a commitment to sustainability and a desire to create eco-friendly alternatives to single-use plastics. Here’s a detailed overview of Thooshan's journey:

Ecofriendly products from Gods own country

Kerala Kaumudi has featured Thooshan, highlighting its innovative approach to producing biodegradable and edible tableware. Here are the key points from their coverage:

Paryavaran: A sustainable story

Paryavaran.com focuses on environmental issues and sustainability, and it has highlighted the innovative efforts of Thooshan in the production of biodegradable and edible tableware. Here are the key points regarding Thooshan as featured on environmental platforms:

Thooshan gaining world attention

Samayam Malayalam is a Times of India news platform that provides comprehensive coverage of current events, politics, entertainment, and more in the Malayalam language.

The Hindu writes on Thooshan

The Hindu, a prominent English News daily writes about Thooshan

Geologist from Kerala launches Edible Cutlery Brand made out of Wheat Bran

The optimist, a prominent online magazine writes about Thooshan

The Better India on Thooshan

Better India, a widely read online news portal features Thooshan

Better India covers Thooshan in Hindi

Better India, a positive impact portal has highlighted Thooshan story in Hindi, for the large masses in India. Request your support on this

Dainik bhaskar has covered Thooshan story in Hindi

Dainik bhaskar, widely read Hindi news paper has published Thooshan story

Madhyamam article on Thooshan

A prominent Malayalm business magazine featuring Thooshan

Yahoo Feature on Thooshan

Yahoo has written a detailed report on Thooshan

Papermart on Thooshan

Write up on the paper Industry featuring alternatives

Fight against single use plastic

Eat from Thooshan and then eat Thooshan too

Behind woods Channel on Thooshan

Thooshan featured by famous Behind the woods channel

Samrambham Channel on Thooshan

A short video by Samrambham Channel owners and freinds of Thooshan

Dainik Bhaskar on Thooshan

A video report on Thooshan in Hindi

Blogger Aparna on Thooshan

Aparna Harikumar is a notable blogger and content creator known for her work in promoting sustainable living, eco-friendly products, and environmental awareness. Here are some key aspects of her contributions and focus areas: Aparna Harikumar created the reel on Thooshan

Emirates Loves Thooshan

Emirates has shown a keen interest in Thooshan, a startup based in Kerala that specializes in biodegradable and edible tableware. Here are the key points regarding this relationship and the significance of Thooshan's products

Periscopic view on Thooshan

Business Periscope features Thooshan, a startup founded by Vinaykumar Balakrishnan and his wife Indira, which specializes in biodegradable and edible tableware. Here are the key highlights from their coverage:

Mrs.Indira Nair, Founder on Thooshan journey

Kadukumani One feature content related to Thooshan, a startup focused on biodegradable and edible cutlery, which might be of interest. Here’s a summary 

Thooshan’ featured by Marundan Malayali TV

Marunadan TV, also known as Marunadan Malayali, is a prominent online Malayalam news portal featuring Thooshan

Kerala Kaumudi featuring Thooshan

Kaumudi TV, also known as Kerala Kaumudi, is a prominent Malayalam language television channel that is part of the Kerala Kaumudi media group, featuring Thooshan story

The spark story: 1st interview of Thooshan

Spark Stories did our 1st interview on our sustainable journey. This was accepted wholeheartedly by all Keralites across the globe. Appreciate the support by Renku, Anna and Shamim Rafeek for this excellent interview

The fourth Captures essence of Thooshan

The Fourth News aims to carve out a niche in the Malayalam media landscape by promoting unbiased reporting and engaging storytelling while addressing pressing social issues. Thooshan was featured 

Thooshan: An inspiration story

The Indian Agricultural Professionals Forum is a platform aimed at connecting agricultural professionals, farmers, and enthusiasts to discuss various topics related to agriculture. Thooshan was featured under inspiration story

A founder's story, Vinay Balakrishnan on Thooshan

Kadukumani a prominent you tube channel featuring Vinay Balakrishnan, founder of Thooshan. His life journey, struggle and way forward under Thooshan brand name

Thooshan wheat bran Edible plates

Enem Channel is a Malayalam-language television channel that focuses on delivering news and current affairs, featuring Thooshan story

Thooshan: a perseverance story

Rahima's world, a prominent You tube channel captures the story of Thooshan

RJ Shruthi on Thooshan

Shruthi Rajanikanth, a celebrity in Kerala has captured the story of Thooshan, at our house, along with interview of our parents

ENEM tells story of Thooshan

ENEM a popular channel visited Thooshan and captured the essence of Thooshan

A Fireside Chat with Vinay Balakrishnan, Founder - Thooshan

Join us as we sit down with Mr. Vinay Balakrishnan, the visionary founder of Thooshan who is on a cutlery revolution mission to eliminate all single-use non-biodegradable waste and provide sustainable and biodegradable alternatives for the same.

Thooshan in Kashmir

Interaction with Mr Vinay Balakrishnan , MD "THOOSHAN" during KASHMIR EXPO by Ministry of Sciences and Technology New Delhi. This video is Motivation for young Budding Entrepreneurs to come forward and utilize their brains for tangible outcome based results...

Behind the woods captures Thooshan

Behind the woods with Thooshan Edible wheat bran plates

CCN News on Thooshan

Edible Cutlery: व्हीट ब्रान की प्लेट को आप खा भी सकतें हैं |Thooshan|Stop Plastic Pollution|CCN News

Thooshan: A Responsible Tourism Initiative

Responsible Tourism initiative by Mr Vinay Balakrishnan to reduce single use plastic in hospitality sector. A talk with Sebastian Kuruvilla ,Responsible Tourism Activist

Doordarshan @ Thooshan Coimbatore

Doordarshan recently conducted a shoot for Thooshan in Coimbatore, highlighting the innovative efforts of this Kerala-based startup in the field of sustainable tableware. 

Thooshan in PM Kissan Sammelan

Technical farming, a prominent channel has captured Thooshan, while we were exhibiting at PM Kissan Sammelan at New Delhi

Thought Leader Creating Alternatives To Single-Use Sustainable Plastic : Thooshan

My startup TV has featured Thooshan in a talk series with Major Sunil Shetty

Eat your plate too....Thooshan

Edible wheat bran plates from Thooshan...An interview on Thooshan

Vibes of Kerala: Thooshan

Highest viewed reel on Thooshan by Ranjith Skaria, vibes of kerala

Most watched video of Thooshan

Ranjith Skaria, owner of Vibes of Kerala has shot this viral video on Thooshan, which has created ripples across the globe. Thank you Ranjith for the support

Reels on eating Thooshan plates

A short reel by Shafeeq on Thooshan

Serving sustainability with Thooshan

The idea behind Thooshan is to replace single-use plastics at all events in the country and abroad, with his eco-friendly cutlery

This Kerala-based geologist is making edible & biodegradable cutlery to replace single-use plastic

30 stades writes on Thooshan

Spurred by Make in India, this Kerala couple produces plates from wheat bran

Rekha Balakrishnan writes Thooshan story

Cutlery That You Can Eat? This Kochi-Based Company Shows The Way!

Thooshan manufactures a biodegradable range of plates, bowls, spoons, and straws — all of which are made using wheat and rice bran.

Kerala-Based Brand Thooshan Makes Cutlery That You Can Eat

Thooshan, an edible cutlery brand, was launched in 2021 with the aim to be a part of the growing sustainable movement in India. Ernakulam native Vinayakumar Balakrishnan quit his job as a CEO of a Life Insurance company in Mauritius to start Thooshan. The word Thoosan is derived from thooshanila or banana leaf that is commonly used as an alternative to plates in Kerala. 

Times of India writes on Thooshan

Times of India has written about us in 2022 article as attached

Edible tableware: A step towards removing single-use plastic

Wheat bran tablewares: Start of our sustainable journey

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विदेशी ने दिखाई अकड़ तो नौकरी छोड़ लौटे वतन, गेहूं की भूसी से बनाई प्लेट्स तो चावल के आटे से स्ट्रॉ 

Edible plates by Thooshan

ഭക്ഷണം കഴിക്കുന്നതോടൊപ്പംതന്നെ പാത്രവും കറുമുറെ തിന്നാൻ പറ്റിയാലോ? ഐഡി

This Kochi-based company makes edible plates out of wheat bran

Sustainable living and preserving the planet is the need of the hour. But, how many of us are working towards it? Well, that is a different topic of debate. For now, let us focus on those who are using technologies in the best possible manner to preserve the planet Earth. 

Hon.Speaker Sri.Om Birla inspecting Thooshan plates

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla recently visited Thooshan stall, at PM Kissan Sammelan at New Delhi. During this visit, he was accompanied by Kailash Choudhary, the Minister of State for Agriculture. The event highlighted Thooshan's commitment to reducing single-use plastics through innovative solutions like edible cutlery and biodegradable tableware made from natural materials such as wheat bran and rice husk

Chief Minister of Kerala, Sri.Pinarayi Vijayan briefed on Thooshan

Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan of Kerala has shown support for innovative eco-friendly initiatives such as Thooshan, a startup specializing in biodegradable and edible cutlery. Founded by Vinayakumar Balakrishnan, Thooshan produces tableware made from natural materials like wheat bran and rice husk, aiming to replace single-use plastics with sustainable alternatives

UNDP Award for Thooshan

Thooshan, has garnered significant recognition by winning the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) Green Innovation Fund award. This accolade was part of an initiative supported by the Kerala Startup Mission and the Haritha Kerala Mission in 2021, aimed at promoting sustainable practices and innovative solutions to combat environmental challenges.

FICCI Agritech National Award for Thooshan

Thooshan, has been honored with the FICCI Agritech National Award for its contributions to sustainable agriculture and eco-friendly products. This recognition is part of a broader initiative to promote innovations that address environmental challenges, particularly in the agricultural sector. Award was presented by Sri.Kailash Chaudhary, Central Minister for Agriculture in New Delhi

Sri.Narendra Singh Tomar, Union Minister for Agriculture inspecting Thooshan products

Narendra Singh Tomar, the Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare, has recognized Thooshan, a Kerala-based startup, for its innovative approach to sustainable agricultural practices through the production of biodegradable and edible cutlery. Founded by Vinayakumar Balakrishnan, Thooshan aims to combat plastic pollution by offering eco-friendly alternatives made from agricultural waste like wheat bran and rice husk.

Mr.Shashi Tharoor, Member of Parliament inspecting Thooshan products

Shashi Tharoor, the prominent Indian politician and author, has expressed support for Thooshan, a Kerala-based startup that produces biodegradable and edible cutlery. Founded by Vinayakumar Balakrishnan, Thooshan aims to provide sustainable alternatives to single-use plastics, which have become a significant environmental concern.

Golden Award for promoting Responsible Tourism, qualifies for WTM, London

Thooshan, won the Golden Award at the World Travel Market (WTM) for its eco-friendly products. This recognition highlights Thooshan's commitment to sustainability through its production of biodegradable and edible cutlery made from agricultural waste, particularly wheat bran and rice husk.

Thooshan New Factory space at Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India

Thooshan is expanding its operations with a new factory space in Coimbatore. This move aims to increase production capacity to meet the growing demand for sustainable tableware, particularly as awareness about environmental issues and plastic pollution rises.

Sri.Dharmedra Pradhan and Sri.V.Muraleedharan, central ministers with Thooshan founders

Sri.Dharmendra Pradhan, the Union Minister for Education and Skill Development and Sri.V.Muraleedharan, Minister for External Affairs has acknowledged the innovative efforts of Thooshan, a Kerala-based startup specializing in biodegradable and edible cutlery.

Sri.Mansukh Mandaviya, the Union Minister appreciates Thooshan

Mansukh Mandaviya, the Union Minister for Labour and Employment, has recognized the contributions of Thooshan, a Kerala-based startup that specializes in producing biodegradable and edible cutlery. Founded by Vinayakumar Balakrishnan, Thooshan aims to provide sustainable alternatives to single-use plastics, addressing the growing environmental concerns associated with plastic waste.

Cardinal George Alencherry appreciates Thooshan

Cardinal George Alencherry, the Major Archbishop Emeritus of the Syro-Malabar Catholic Church, has shown support for Thooshan, a startup focused on producing biodegradable and edible cutlery

Thooshan @G20 summit

Thooshan Products played a significant role in the G20 Summit held in India. They were the official tableware for the event, providing biodegradable, ecofriendly, and sustainable alternatives to traditional single-use plastic utensils. Thooshan's products, including plates and straws, were used during the summit and received recognition for their innovative approach to reducing plastic waste. 

Best Responsible Sustainable Unit

Thooshan Products won the "Best Responsible Sustainable Unit" award from Mahatma Gandhi University, Government of Kerala, for their innovative and eco-friendly approach to biodegradable tableware. 

Kerala Grass root leader Award

Vinayakumar Balakrishnan, the Chairman and Managing Director of Thooshan, was awarded the Kerala Grassroot Leader Award for promoting sustainability by the Government of Kerala, India. Award was presented for promoting responsible tourism initiatives. 

National Award RAFTAAR 2021

Thooshan Products won the National Award under the RKVY RAFTAAR (Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana - Remunerative Approaches for Agriculture and Allied sector Rejuvenation) program for Innovation in Agricultural Products in 2021. The RKVY RAFTAAR National Award further highlights Thooshan's commitment to developing sustainable and eco-friendly alternatives to single-use plastic products. 

Prime Minister Invite

Thooshan was invited by the Prime Minister to participate in the PM Kisan Samman Sammelan 2022. The event was held on October 17, 2022, and Thooshan's products were showcased during the summit. 

Thooshan in Kashmir

Thooshan participated in the Kashmir Expo, where Shri Manoj Sinha, Lieutenant Governor of Jammu, Kashmir, and Ladakh, visited their stall and offered all kinds of support to Thooshan. T

Talk at Federal Institute on sustainability

FISAT, an Engineering College sponsored by the Federal Bank Ltd has supported Thooshan by giving an Opportunity to talk in front of Engineering Students. Appreciate the opportunity and lets together create a Sustainable Earth.

Thooshan at Gulf Food 2023

At the Gulf Food event, Thooshan highlighted its innovative products and commitment to sustainability on a global stage. This participation underscores the brand's influence in promoting eco-friendly practices within the food service industry and among consumers looking for sustainable options

Thooshan displayed at Vaiga Agri festival, Trivandrum

We emphasizes our mission to combat single-use plastics by providing alternatives that are both functional and environmentally friendly. Our products are certified for food safety by various international bodies, ensuring they meet high standards while promoting sustainability

Thooshan founder Vinayakumar with Mr.Asif Ali and Ms.lakshmi Menon, celebrities

Mr.Asif Ali, a Malayalam celebrity film star and Ms.Lakshmi Menon, a noted social enterpreneur belssed the occassion of the launch of premium restaurant at Kochi

Thooshan founder Vinay Balakrishnan with Mr.Harold Goodwin, Chairman Responsible Tourism

Harold Goodwin is a prominent figure in the field of responsible tourism, recognized for his extensive contributions to sustainable practices within the industry. He founded the Responsible Tourism Partnership in 2002 and co-founded the activist travel company Responsible Travel with Justin Francis. Goodwin has chaired the judges for the World Responsible Tourism Awards since their inception in 2004.

Indian Navy Chief Admiral R.Hari Kumar, accepting Thooshan

Admiral R. Hari Kumar is a distinguished officer in the Indian Navy, served as the 25th Chief of Naval Staff (CNS). He assumed this position on November 30, 2021, succeeding Admiral Karambir Singh.

The 1st day of Thooshan birth

Parents of Vinay Balakrishnan, Sri.VG Balakrishnan and Smt.Thankamma lighted the lamp of the factory premises, way back on 17th August 2021. Their blessing continues even today

Delhi Lt.Governor visits Thooshan stall

Thooshan stall was visited in New Delhi by Hon Lt.Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena and appreciated the support

Rajagiri business School, Kochi welcome Thooshan

A talk on sustainability by founder Vinay Balakrishnan

Indian Railway join hands with Thooshan on Swatchatha Mission

Indian Railway Kanyakumari Division join hands with Thooshan for sustainable week celebration in the month of October