Sahar’s journey began in 2015 when she returned to Bangalore and worked with SELCO Foundation, a solar energy social enterprise.
While working closely with waste picker communities from West Bengal, Sahar witnessed the harsh realities of India's waste crisis—where thousands sort through hazardous waste daily, with no protection and little recognition
Trained in environmental policy and having worked at the World Health Organization in Geneva, Sahar realized it wasn’t enough to study sustainability—she needed to live it. Determined to align her lifestyle with her values, she embarked on a personal zero-waste journey.
Along the way, she uncovered alarming truths: over 4.7 billion plastic toothbrushes end up in landfills every year, taking centuries to decompose. Realizing the scale of the problem and the lack of accessible solutions, Sahar founded Bare Necessities to champion ethical consumption, circular economy principles, and a more just, sustainable world.
Under her leadership, Bare Necessities has grown into a trusted name in zero-waste personal and lifestyle products, but its mission goes far beyond selling goods. It’s about building a movement—one rooted in education, community, and practical action toward a cleaner planet.
