There is a huge market for plus-size Indian attire that mainstream boutiques do not cater to.
Neiha Rukshaar Nisha drew from that to start her own business – a boutique that specializes in Indian attire for ladies.
It happened during COVID-19, when she and her husband worked reduced hours.
“We had initially started this business in 2015, but shut it down in 2016,” she said.
In 2020, Ms Nisha reopened her business, Ruksha Collection.
Ms Nisha was born and raised in Wairabetia, Lautoka.
She completed her secondary school education at Pandit Vishnu Deo Memorial College and continued her tertiary education at University of Fiji, where she studied a Diploma in Management and Accounting.
She is a Senior Accountant at Pacific Design & Build Pte Limited based in Nadi.
What do you enjoy about your work?
I enjoy both lines of work that I do as I get to meet people from all walks of life.
I have developed new friendships through this.
It is a refreshing to hear other perspectives, which has given me a greater understanding of what people are going through now.
What are your go-to hot spots for good food?
There are quite a few local restaurants that we like to go to relax and unwind.
We prefer to support local businesses as much as possible.
What are your favourite local places to unwind?
For relaxation, I prefer to go for a massage at Nama Spa and The Coffee Hub afterwards to complete the whole relaxation process.
Coffee hub
What are your top travel destinations in Fiji?
I have been to many resorts, but the Fiji Marriot Resort Momi Bay and the Outrigger Fiji Beach Resort are my favourites.
Outrigger Fiji Beach Resort
What is your dream holiday experience?
Explore a remote island, disconnected from technology and away from day-to-day life.
Cobia Island with submerged volcanic crater is part of remote Ringgold Isles archipelago north of Taveuni.
What makes Fiji an attractive travel and business destination?
Nature, weather conditions, the white sandy beaches, and the authentic Fijian hospitality.
It is the people of Fiji, who are among the warmest and friendliest in the world.
Fijians entertain tourists, Fijians greet tourists with songs, Some staff of a Fijian resort.
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