Founder & President | Franchise Odisha
Dr. Balwant Kumar Singh
Dr. Balwant Kumar Singh, a doctor turned entrepreneur, was inspired by Odisha’s rich culture, community values, and culinary traditions after marrying an Odia lawyer. Motivated to give back, he founded Franchise Odisha under BTS Ventures to empower aspiring entrepreneurs across the state. Drawing from his global experiences and deep respect for Odisha, he envisions a future where individuals from all walks of life can build meaningful, self-sustaining businesses. Franchise Odisha is more than a platform—it’s a purpose-driven movement to make Odisha a model of inclusive and ethical entrepreneurship.
Co-founder & Director | Franchise Odisha
Adv. Tanu Trushna Patra
Tanu Trushna Patra, a proud Odia and native of Bhubaneswar, is a lawyer by profession and a purpose-driven entrepreneur by passion. As Co-Founder and Director of Franchise Odisha, she blends legal expertise with grassroots engagement and business insight. Her multifaceted career spans public, private, and nonprofit sectors, all united by a strong commitment to social impact.
Franchise Odisha is her visionary platform aimed at connecting local Odia brands, startups, and entrepreneurs with investors and national growth opportunities. It also invites national brands to invest in Odisha, fostering a dynamic two-way exchange.
Inspired by her late father and supported by her family, including her husband — a doctor with a business mindset — Tanu is on a mission to transform Odisha into a hub of innovation and opportunity, positioning Bhubaneswar as the next Eastern IT and business destination.
"Let us come together to promote, preserve, and propel Odisha’s essence nationally and internationally."
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