When the idea of building a Start-up Hub in Gurgaon is on the papers, it is incredible to know that a small farming village like Gurgaon has grown into a city creating a dedicated space for entrepreneurs and researchers. Gurgaon based start-ups have boosted the city’s economy well and it’s time we know which start ups have risen from this amazing city!
Here, check out the 7 most successful Gurgaon based start-ups:
- OYO Rooms-
Starting with just one city in 2013, Oyo now operates in 500 Indian towns, Malaysia and Nepal. By now, you must have come across the red Oyo landmarks flashing in several houses and hotels.
The company partners with hotels and individuals to provide budget accommodation.
Founded: 2013
Founder: Ritesh Agarwal
Website: www.oyorooms.com
- Makemytrip-
Yes, we all have seen Ranveer and Alia advertising for this company. Makemytrip was founded in 2000 and remains one of the most successful start-ups in India. They deal with holiday packages and travel offers, both domestic and international.
Founded: 2000
Founder: Deep Kalra
Website: www.makemytrip.com
- Ixigo-
The start-up amalgamates flight, train and hotel reservation in one platform helping you choose the cheapest or the highest rated travel option.
Founded: 2006
Founder: Aloke Bajpai, Rajnish Kumar
Website: www.ixigo.com
- Limeroad-
LimeRoad is a one-stop, fashion & lifestyle online shopping destination for both men and women. The founder, Suchi Mukherjee conceived the idea of LimeRoad when she was 39 and on maternity leave.
Founded: 2016
Founder: Suchi Mukherjee
Website: www.limeroad.com
- Grofers-
One of the first online grocery shopping companies to come up in the city, Grofers now operates in 26 countries all over India. The company was founded in 2013 and is backed by investors like Soft Bank and Sequoia Capital.
Founded: 2014
Founder: Albinder Dhindsa, Saurabh Kumar
Website: www.grofers.com
- Urban Clap
UrbanClap operates an online platform that helps customers in finding and hiring service professionals for their personal activities/needs. From wedding photographers, dieticians to Chartered accountants and yoga trainers- the company does it all.
Founded: 2014
Founder: Abhiraj Bhal, Raghav Chandra, Vaibhav Khaitan
Website: www.urbanclap.com
- Kisan Network
Less known but highly impactful, this startup has been backed by global firms like Y Combinator. Kisan Network wants to be the logistics provider and central marketplace for a large percentage of all of the agricultural produce.
Founded: 2013
Founder: Sanjay and Aditya Agarwalla
Website: www.kisannetwork.com
And the list goes on… there’s a lot coming up in Gurgaon that should make us all proud!