India, Oct. 7 -- justify;">Banjo's The Food Chain, a homegrown Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) brand, has shared its expansion strategy of opening 500 outlets with an expected turnover of Rs.500 Crores by 2028. This vision, which aims to make Banjo's "the next McDonald's for India," was detailed by co-founders Pradip Bedekar and Sagar Palhe on The Success Playbook Podcast by Expertrons and Shine.com.

The Banjo's story began in 2017 with an observation: India's fast-food landscape lacked an affordable option that appealed to the youth. "The youth and families were looking for a stylish or affordable joint," the founders explained. "But an affordable option wasn't available for the youth."

With a focus on offering food at accessible price ...