Jaagruk Bharat raises Rs 1.5 Cr in pre-seed round led by AJVC

Jaagruk Bharat, a civic-tech startup dedicated to making government services, has raised Rs 1.5 crore in a pre-seed funding round led by AJVC, the early-stage venture capital firm founded by Aviral Bhatnagar.

The proceeds will be used to strengthen product development, expand collaborations with state and central government bodies, and enhance accessibility features across multiple platforms. It will also focus on scaling its reach among marginalized communities and improving system interoperability to make access to benefits faster and more reliable.

Founded by Akshit and Abhishek Goel, Jaagruk Bharat helps citizens navigate welfare schemes and public services through an easy-to-use, multilingual interface that supports discovery, application, and real-time tracking.

The company’s platform enables users to discover, apply for, and track government schemes and welfare services seamlessly, ensuring transparency and accountability at every step.

By combining automation, vernacular support, and accessible interface design, Jaagruk Bharat is building a citizen-first ecosystem that simplifies government interactions for individuals across different socio-economic and linguistic backgrounds

AJVC backs high-potential Indian startups across technology, consumer, and impact sectors. Recently, it announced the final close of its maiden fund with commitments surpassing Rs 200 crore, more than double its original Rs 100 crore target.

The firm’s recent investments include GaadiMech.com, a car servicing platform, Nuyug, a jewellery brand focused on celebration-wear, and Mithila Foods, an FMCG company working on Bihar-based food products.