Local Dry Cleaner’s Monthly Earnings Comparable to Experienced Software Engineer Revealed

A social media post by content creator Nalini Unagar revealed that a local dry cleaning business, run by a couple with two helpers, earns around Rs 2 lakh monthly, comparable to a software engineer's salary. The shop reportedly irons 350 clothes and dry cleans 20 garments daily, generating about Rs 2.83 lakh in revenue with expenses near Rs 46,000, leaving a profit of approximately Rs 2.37 lakh. The post sparked discussions on income sources, taxation, and the value of education versus entrepreneurship.