A printing house and frame wholesale business named ‘Chandragiri Digital Print’ was started seven years ago in the year 2073 B.S in the heart of Satungal, located in the vibrant city of Kathmandu.
Inspired by their passion for art and digital printing, Sabina Khadgi with her husband Krishna Parajuli founded the business with the goal of providing excellent services to the local and artistic community, who have carved a niche for themselves in the local printing and framing business.
Started small but with big dreams, Chandragiri Digital Print quickly made a mark. The business was registered and operated from its workshop in Satungal, where Sabina and Krishna carefully managed the operations.
They procured high quality raw materials from reliable suppliers, buying glass and frames from stores in Teku, Kuleshwar and Hetauda and importing other raw materials like print and frames from India and China.
Highlights of Chandragiri Digital Print
| Business Name : Chandragiri Digital Print
Product and services: Digital prints and photo frames along with customized framings Starting year : 2073 BS (7 Years) Owners: Sabina Khadgi and Krishna Parajuli (Wife and husband) Employees: 4 people Business registration: Yes. Registered in PAN. Factory outlet: One in Satungal (Chandragiri Municipality); Planning to open another workshop in another location Monthly sales volume : Approx 2,000 plus pcs Monthly Revenue : 6 Lakhs (Six hundred thousand rupees) Equipments: Camera, Epson printers, paper cutter, flex machine, frame cutter, frame assembling machine Raw Materials: Big size prints (from india and china); Glass frames, frame borders and pipes (from Teku, Kuleshwor, Hetauda) Clientele: Photo studios, hotel and restaurant, cooperatives, interior and decorative businesses, local individuals and artists. Production process: First the glass and frame pipes are cut into appropriate sizes, then the border is cut as per design. After that the selected print is attached with the frame — ready to pack and deliver to customer Business Satisfaction : “We never thought it would provide such value to our life but our hard work has paid off. We are satisfied with what we are doing” |
With its commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction, Chandragiri Digital Print has attracted loyal clients including individuals, business owners and artists, galleries and interior designers.
The business employs a dedicated team of four skilled staff members including Saajan, Sujan and Bibek who mutually share Sabina and Krishna’s passion for art and craftsmanship. Together, they work diligently to ensure each project meets the highest quality standards.
Through its expertise and dedication, Chandragiri Digital Print has earned a reputation for delivering exceptional results. This reputation, along with their strong work ethic, led to a steady increase in their customer base and revenue.
Currently, the business generates a monthly revenue of up to 6 lakhs, which they feel is a testament to their customer trust.
Expanding its offerings and establishing Chandragiri Photo Framing
In addition to their print shop and frame wholesale business, Sabina Khadgi and Krishna Parajuli, also ventured into the photo framing business after recognising the demand for personalized photo framing services in their community.
Recognizing the emotional value attached to cherished photographs, Sabina and Krishna sought to create custom frames for weddings that beautifully preserve and display these precious memories. They believed that a well-made frame could transform an ordinary picture into a cherished heirloom.
Looking to the future, Sabina and Krishna have ambitious plans for Chandragiri Digital Print. They envision expanding their operations, exploring new markets, and incorporating innovative technologies to stay ahead of the industry.
This work (both photo and text) is contributed by Aashish Thapa
