Kids' eco-friendly paper bag startup wins over Harsh Goenka

In a heartwarming video that has taken social media by storm, three young entrepreneurs from Bengaluru have caught the attention of industrialist Harsh Goenka with their innovative paper-bag startup, 'Eco Wala'. Sharada, Nachiket and Samudyata, the three young minds behind the venture, showcased their eco-friendly business model, impressing not just Goenka but also thousands of netizens.

'Eco Wala' makes handmade paper bags without using glue or scissors, a process that the children proudly explained in their pitch. Their business model includes a subscription service, where customers receive two paper bags delivered to their doorstep every Sunday for a monthly fee of Rs 10. They also offer extra bags for functions and events and provide complimentary samples to new customers.

Forget Shark Tank, forget Ideabaaz, this pitch stole my heart…. pic.twitter.com/nABlEU4vU2

— Harsh Goenka (@hvgoenka) November 1, 2025

The video of their pitch has gone viral, with Goenka sharing it on X and writing, "Forget Shark Tank, forget Ideabaaz, this pitch stole my heart..." The clip has brought smiles to the faces of social media users, who are cheering the children's effort and praising their confidence.

The video has sparked a wave of positivity on social media, with users appreciating the children's entrepreneurial spirit and confidence. One user wrote, "Just see their confidence. Yes, they were given scripts and also rehearsal, but no one can take away credit from them. Even adults won't be able to perform with this precision."

Another user said, "One of the most delightful posts of the day! Sincerity with entrepreneurial spirit - that's the goodness of times we seek."