Slow, unheated, and untouched by chemicals.
We still press every batch the old way: slow, unheated, and untouched by chemicals, so the oil that reaches your kitchen is exactly what nature intended — no sodium, no hexane, no hydroxide, no bleaching agents.
Today Orgasai serves homes across Pune with wood-pressed (lakdi ghana) oils, organic jaggery, hand-picked seeds and pure rock salt — all sourced and pressed with the same traditional care our grandparents' generation trusted.
Cooking with cold-pressed oil has been a tradition not only in India but across the world. Free from harmful chemicals and refining, our products help keep your lifestyle free from heart problems, diabetes and cholesterol linked to refined oils.
Omkar Ekashinge
Director · BCA, MBAUrmila Ekashinge
Director · BA, D.edOnkar Ekshinge
Onkar Ekshinge
Founder & President, Orgasai Lakdi Ghana · BCA, MBAOnkar Ekshinge is a distinguished entrepreneur, social reformer, and passionate advocate of India's traditional Wooden Cold Pressed Oil (Lakdi Ghana) industry. With a vision to revive India's age-old oil extraction methods while promoting healthy living and sustainable agriculture, he founded Orgasai Lakdi Ghana — an organisation committed to preserving traditional food practices and empowering rural entrepreneurs.
Holding qualifications in BCA and MBA, he combines modern management practices with India's rich traditional heritage. His leadership has inspired hundreds of entrepreneurs to adopt authentic wooden cold-pressed oil production, creating sustainable livelihoods while promoting chemical-free, naturally extracted edible oils.
"To make every household aware of the health benefits of authentic Wooden Cold Pressed Oil, while empowering thousands of rural entrepreneurs through sustainable traditional businesses."
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Revival of the Traditional Lakdi Ghana Industry
Under his leadership, Orgasai Lakdi Ghana has emerged as one of Maharashtra's leading organisations dedicated to the promotion of traditional wooden cold-pressed edible oils. His efforts have connected more than 1,000–1,500 traditional oil producers across Maharashtra, creating a strong network for knowledge sharing, quality improvement, and market development. He has personally trained over 400–500 entrepreneurs from Maharashtra and neighbouring states, helping them establish and successfully operate traditional Lakdi Ghana oil businesses. His guidance has enabled numerous small-scale producers to become self-reliant while preserving India's traditional oil extraction heritage.
Spiritual & Community Service
Deeply rooted in Indian culture and spirituality, he actively participates in various religious and social initiatives, including:
- Organising free Foot Massage (Pad Abhyanga) Seva for Warkari devotees during the Ashadhi Wari pilgrimage.
- Donating edible oil and grains for Mahaprasad and Annachhatra (community meals) at various holy places.
- Supporting religious institutions through regular charitable contributions.
- Promoting traditional Indian food culture through awareness campaigns and educational initiatives.
- Encouraging the use of pure, naturally extracted edible oils in religious offerings and community kitchens.
His philosophy combines service to society with the preservation of India's spiritual and cultural values.
Industry Leadership
He has consistently worked towards establishing quality standards and strengthening the traditional edible oil sector, including:
- Promoting authentic Wooden Cold Pressed Oil across Maharashtra.
- Organising awareness programs for consumers regarding healthy edible oils.
- Conducting entrepreneur development and technical training programs.
- Supporting government initiatives related to food safety and traditional food processing.
- Participating in discussions concerning FSSAI regulations and quality compliance.
- Building a strong cooperative network among traditional oil producers.
Publications & Knowledge Sharing
A firm believer in education and awareness, he regularly contributes articles and publications on traditional edible oil production, healthy cooking oils, Wooden Cold Pressed Oil technology, entrepreneurship development, and food safety and quality awareness — resources valued by aspiring entrepreneurs and health-conscious consumers alike.
Awards & Recognition
His dedication towards reviving India's traditional oil industry and his commitment to rural entrepreneurship have earned him several recognitions from industry organisations and social institutions, for:
- Outstanding contribution to the Wooden Cold Pressed Oil Industry.
- Promotion of traditional Indian food heritage.
- Entrepreneur development and training.
- Social service and community welfare.
- Leadership in preserving indigenous oil extraction practices.
Mission
- Preserve India's traditional Lakdi Ghana oil extraction heritage.
- Promote healthy and chemical-free edible oils.
- Create employment through entrepreneurship.
- Support rural economic development.
- Build a nationwide network of authentic Wooden Cold Pressed Oil producers.
- Educate consumers about traditional food wisdom.
Two locations, one tradition.
Keshavnagar, Mundhwa
Shop No. 4, S. No. 26, Lonkar Vasti, Shri Vira Complex, near Aryan Hotel, Z Corner, Manjari Road, Keshavnagar, Mundhwa, Pune – 36.
Wadgaon Sheri
Sr. No. 51/3, Munurwar Society, Wadgaon Sheri Road, Wadgaon Sheri, Pune – 14.