Civic-Tech Startup Jaagruk Bharat Secures ₹1.5 Crore in Pre-Seed Funding

Jaagruk Bharat, a startup focused on simplifying access to government services, has raised ₹1.5 crore in a pre-seed funding round, announced today.

The funding round was led by AJVC, an early-stage venture capital firm founded by Aviral Bhatnagar. Jaagruk Bharat, founded by Akshit and Abhishek Goel, intends to use the capital to bolster product development, expand partnerships with governmental organizations at both the state and central levels, and improve accessibility features across its platforms. A key focus will be scaling reach to marginalized communities and enhancing system interoperability for faster, more reliable benefit access.

The company’s platform allows citizens to easily discover, apply for, and track government schemes and welfare services in multiple languages, promoting transparency and accountability. This increased access to vital programs could significantly improve outcomes for citizens navigating complex bureaucratic processes. Jaagruk Bharat combines automation, vernacular language support, and user-friendly design to create a citizen-centric ecosystem. For more information on the challenges of accessing government services, see The World Bank’s governance resources.

AJVC recently finalized its maiden fund with commitments exceeding ₹200 crore, surpassing its initial ₹100 crore goal, and has previously invested in companies like GaadiMech.com, Nuyug, and Mithila Foods. You can learn more about AJVC’s investment portfolio on their website. Officials stated the investment reflects a growing trend of venture capital support for civic technology solutions in India.

The company plans to continue expanding its platform’s capabilities and reach in the coming months, aiming to become a central resource for citizens seeking to utilize government services.