Jaagruk Bharat Secures Rs 1.5 Crore for Government Services Enhancement

Jaagruk Bharat, a civic-tech startup focused on transforming government services, has successfully raised Rs 1.5 crore in a pre-seed funding round led by AJVC, an early-stage venture capital firm established by Aviral Bhatnagar. This funding will be allocated to bolster product development, increase partnerships with state and central government entities, and improve accessibility features across various platforms. The startup aims to expand its outreach among underprivileged communities and enhance system interoperability, ensuring that access to benefits is both quicker and more dependable.

About Jaagruk Bharat

Founded by Akshit and Abhishek Goel, Jaagruk Bharat assists citizens in navigating public services and welfare schemes through a user-friendly, multilingual interface that facilitates discovery, application, and real-time tracking. The platform empowers users to seamlessly find, apply for, and monitor government schemes and welfare services, guaranteeing transparency and accountability at every phase.

Innovative Approach to Government Interactions

By integrating automation, local language support, and thoughtful interface design, Jaagruk Bharat is crafting a citizen-centric environment that simplifies governmental interactions for individuals from diverse socio-economic and linguistic backgrounds.

Investment Insights from AJVC

AJVC is committed to backing high-potential Indian startups operating across technology, consumer, and impact sectors. Recently, the firm announced the final closure of its inaugural fund with commitments exceeding Rs 200 crore, which is more than twice its initial target of Rs 100 crore. Among AJVC’s recent investments are GaadiMech.com, a platform for car servicing, Nuyug, a jewellery brand that specializes in celebration attire, and Mithila Foods, an FMCG venture focusing on food products from Bihar.