“The value of an idea lies in using it.” – Thomas Edison
There are a lot of ideas which the mind generates every now and then. But there are some Indian minds who have put their unique ideas into implementation. Here are some of the innovative businesses in India, started with great entrepreneurial spirit.
1. Blood Man
Founder: Md Sahariar Hasan Jiisun
It is one of the unique startups in India. When someone is in search of blood, they can use the app called Bloodman. This app helps to connect with the people who donate blood and are ready to help others in need. This app is a location-based app for blood donation, so when someone is looking for blood, they could just request their blood type on Bloodman. It is one of the most innovative, helpful and a great app.
2. Bombay Shaving Co.
Founder: Shantanu Deshpande
The business was founded in 2015, with a total funding of $ 3.2 Million. The business is about providing guidelines to men on grooming and lifestyle. The company gives ideas which inspire men to be better every day of their life by providing grooming tips.
3. Fresh Menu
Founder: Rashmi Daga
When you want food to reach you within minutes, Fresh Menu is a delivery service which foodies can go to. It was founded in 2014, and saw 3x growth within two years when it came to orders. This business has set an example on how to grow.
4. Graviky Labs
Founder: Anirudh Sharma
This business has taken the statement ‘Creating best out of waste’ in a serious way. Graviky Labs is the only startup in India which captures carbon and creates ink and paint out of the growing air pollution. Kaalink is a contraption which is built by Graviky Labs, it collects raw carbon and connects to the exhaust pipe of a vehicle. It is named as ‘soot’ which purifies ink made out of air pollution.
5. Nest Away
Founders: Amarendra Sahu, Jitendra Jagadev, Smruti Parida, Deepak Dhar
The migrants who go for jobs, education or families face a difficult circumstance to find a good house to live in. Sometimes, even after considering various options people cannot find their ‘perfect place’. The startup Nest Away backed by Ratan Tata provides a solution to this problem. Nest Away provides good furnished homes and best facilities.
6. Schbang
Founders: Harshil Karia
Schbang is known for working with well known brands such as Raw Pressery, Amazon Fashion, Hot Wheels and many more. This digital marketing agency offers services like Photography, Media Planning & Buying, Influencer Management, PR, SEO, Technology, Design and Video Production.
7. Stoned Santa
Founder: Shashank Shekhar
Stoned Santa is an innovative art startup. It is one of the most unique startups which sells weed-themed string arts. The start up focuses on creating personalized hand made art. Stoned Santa has created a community for artists that help to uplift and bring out the creation with each other.
8. The Minimalist
Founder: Chirag Gander
It is one of the successful design and consulting agencies that is a successful startup. The Minimalist are known for creative philosophy and viral impact in digital media. It helps brands create their growth strategy, design and communication as well.
9. Tripoto
Founder: Anirudh Gupta & Michael Pargal Lyngdoh
The start up Tripoto was founded in 2014. The site is looking to expand its user base. They take the itineraries from real travellers and monetize it. This start-up funding is backed by Outbox Ventures, IDG Ventures, Snapdeal among others. The unique thing about this startup is that they are increasing the contributors to the platforms.