SRI BALAJI RICE MILL
A legacy of care.
Quality in every grain.
From the fields of Karnataka to kitchens everywhere,
nourishing lives since 1980.
OUR JOURNEY
About Sri Balaji Rice Mill
Sri Balaji Rice Mill was established in Ballari in 1980, built on the vision of Late Sri Jugal Kishore Sarda and Late Sri Muralidhar Sarda. From its beginnings, the mill has grown through a commitment to carefully processing rice and adapting to the needs of each new era.
Today, J.K. Govindnarayan Sarda and his sons, Prashanth Sarda and Sagar Sarda, lead the business and its day-to-day operations. They continue the family’s work while guiding the mill’s growth and future direction.
Our journey has been shaped by steady improvement and investment in better technology. The automated Buhler plant, installed in 2008, strengthened processing efficiency and consistency. In 2015, the mill added the Advanced Sortex S6 rice sorter to support more precise quality control. We continue to refine our technology and methods as the industry evolves, bringing experience and care to every grain.
1980 — A family enterprise begins
Sri Balaji Rice Mill is established in Ballari under the guidance of Late Sri Jugal Kishore Sarda and Late Sri Muralidhar Sarda.
Today — Led by the next generation
J.K. Govindnarayan Sarda and his sons, Prashanth Sarda and Sagar Sarda, operate the business.
2008 — A major technology upgrade
An automated Buhler plant was installed to improve processing efficiency and consistency.
2015 — Stronger quality sorting
The Advanced Sortex S6 rice sorter was added to support more precise quality control.
Continuing forward — Evolving with purpose
We keep refining our technology and methods to meet changing needs while preserving the care behind every grain.
OUR PROCESS
Careful Processing for Quality Rice
We follow a well-defined process with modern machinery and careful checks at each stage to deliver clean, high-quality rice.
1
Paddy Selection and Sampling
Incoming paddy is carefully selected and sampled for moisture and grain quality.
2
Storage
Selected paddy is stored under suitable conditions to maintain quality before processing.
3
Cleaning and Destoning
Paddy is cleaned to remove dust, straw and other foreign matter, and destoned to ensure clean grains for milling.
4
Milling and Polishing
Clean paddy is milled and polished using advanced machinery to achieve the desired grain quality and finish.
5
Grading and Colour Sorting
Grains are graded and passed through a Sortex S6 colour sorting system to remove discoloured grains and impurities.
6
Cooking Checks
Cooked samples from processed batches are checked for key quality parameters such as appearance, texture and taste.
7
Automated Packing
The final product is packed using automated systems to maintain hygiene and consistency.
MODERN INFRASTRUCTURE
Technology that strengthens our quality.
Our facility is equipped with modern machinery including an automated Buhler plant and Sortex S6 colour sorting system, enabling efficient processing, consistent quality and clean, well-sorted rice.
Automated Buhler Plant
Sortex S6 Colour Sorting System
OUR COMMITMENT
Quality in Every Grain
We are committed to delivering rice that meets the expectations of our customers. Paddy is sampled for moisture and grain quality, and cooking samples are regularly checked from processed batches. Our modern machinery supports consistent processing and quality control at every stage.
OUR PRODUCTS
Kitchen King®
Rice Range
Our Kitchen King® brand offers a range of high-quality rice varieties, carefully processed and packed to bring great taste and nourishment to your table.
