Upaya Social Ventures

EcoRight is a young sustainable & ethical lifestyle brand and we create eco-friendly products for consumers. Our mission is to help people ease into a healthier, zero-waste lifestyle by giving them alternatives that are high on usability and style. We want to make sustainable fashion mainstream!

Biofics manufactures biogas plants and offers organic waste management services.

Kaarigar Mandi operates a digital marketplace specifically designed for the footwear supply chain, aiming to streamline operations for all participants in the footwear ecosystem. The platform facilitates access to essential resources, including raw materials, hand tools, and small machinery required for footwear production. Additionally, Kaarigar Mandi ensures a steady flow of footwear-making orders and offers low-cost credit options to assist with cash flow management. This approach empowers small footwear manufacturers and artisans to digitize their operations and enhance the development of their cottage and micro-enterprises.

Amounee operates a digital marketplace that facilitates direct connections between rural artists and weavers and urban customers. By offering a platform for handloom and handicrafts produced by rural artisans, Amounee enables these creators to reach a broader audience while allowing urban clients to purchase unique, handmade products directly. This approach not only helps customers save money but also supports artisans in generating increased income, fostering a sustainable economic model that benefits both parties.

Our core purpose is to lead the way in sustainable manufacturing, offering bamboo-first products that empower individuals and communities to make eco-conscious choices. We strive to inspire a global shift towards a more sustainable and harmonious relationship with the environment. Through our commitment to innovation, ethical practices and community engagement, we aim to build a greener, more resilient future for generations.

Bharat Krushi Seva is an app-based platform dedicated to supporting farmers through a comprehensive range of services. The platform offers personalized crop advisory, weather forecasting, and an alert system utilizing data analytics and remote sensing technology. It assists farmers in soil testing and provides consultancy aimed at early detection of pests and diseases. Additionally, Bharat Krushi Seva enhances market connectivity by linking farmers with bulk buyers, thereby helping them improve crop quality and increase overall productivity while reducing production costs. Through these integrated services, the platform aims to empower farmers and optimize their agricultural practices.

PickMyWork is a gig platform that helps Fintech / Digital Companies acquire SMBs for their Products through a Pay-per-task Model using upskilled unemployed youth.

BharatRohan is a technology company based in Hyderabad, India, that specializes in agricultural data collection using UAV-based hyperspectral imaging. Founded in 2016, it provides farmers with actionable insights to reduce crop losses and optimize agricultural inputs, thereby maximizing yield and profitability. By utilizing advanced remote sensing techniques and artificial intelligence, BharatRohan enables precision agriculture and integrated pest management. The company offers a range of services, including realistic prescriptions for pest and fertilizer treatments, as well as forecasting services for crop yield, biomass, and development status. By capturing minute physiological activities in crops, BharatRohan helps farmers make informed decisions that enhance productivity while minimizing costs.

Haqdarshak is a technology-enabled platform aimed at enhancing the accessibility of government welfare schemes for Indian citizens. The platform serves as a comprehensive resource, allowing users to learn about, apply for, and benefit from various government and private welfare initiatives. By connecting citizens with their eligible entitlements, Haqdarshak facilitates a more informed and streamlined application process. The organization is driven by a group of social entrepreneurs from diverse backgrounds, united by a shared goal of making a meaningful impact on society through technology. This innovative approach not only empowers individuals to access essential services but also ensures they receive timely updates regarding available schemes.

Lal10 is an online B2B marketplace that connects Indian artisans and small manufacturers with bulk buyers around the world. By leveraging its Karigar application, Lal10 facilitates the digitization of physical inventories, enabling small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to manage and sell their products on a global scale. The platform focuses on creative sectors such as apparel, home furnishings, and decor, and has successfully digitized over 30,000 stock-keeping units (SKUs), establishing itself as the largest vertical platform for cross-border wholesale in India. By eliminating traditional layers of middlemen and export houses, Lal10 provides an efficient, technology-driven alternative for market access. Targeting buyers in the US, UK, and the Middle East, Lal10 offers the advantages of affordable sourcing and curated contemporary designs, appealing to resellers on platforms like Amazon and Etsy, as well as private labels. The company aims to foster a maker's revolution by empowering local manufacturers to reach global markets, meeting the increasing demand for innovative and locally sourced products.

GO DESi LLP is a Bengaluru-based startup established in 2017 that specializes in the manufacture of confectionery products, particularly regional treats inspired by traditional homemade recipes. The company focuses on empowering farmers and rural businesses by collaborating with them directly, thereby enhancing their share of the food value chain. GO DESi produces packaged foods that reflect local flavors, utilizing micro-units in rural and semi-urban areas for production. By selling its products online, the company not only aims to revive traditional tastes but also generates income opportunities for marginal farmers, contributing to the economic upliftment of rural communities in India.

VilFresh is an innovative company focused on providing a distribution channel for agricultural products that benefits farmers and consumers alike. By empowering rural youth, VilFresh connects farmers' outputs directly to urban kitchens, ensuring a higher return for producers. The company offers a range of fresh food products, emphasizing safety and hygiene in their packaging and delivery. Customers receive farm-fresh goods within a few hours, promoting access to quality food at affordable prices. Through its dedicated approach, VilFresh aims to enhance the lives of both rural producers and urban consumers.

VilFresh is an innovative company focused on providing a distribution channel for agricultural products that benefits farmers and consumers alike. By empowering rural youth, VilFresh connects farmers' outputs directly to urban kitchens, ensuring a higher return for producers. The company offers a range of fresh food products, emphasizing safety and hygiene in their packaging and delivery. Customers receive farm-fresh goods within a few hours, promoting access to quality food at affordable prices. Through its dedicated approach, VilFresh aims to enhance the lives of both rural producers and urban consumers.

ZooFresh Foods is disrupting the fish & meat industry in eastern India by creating an integrated aggregation and distribution model, with farms, farmer networks, logistics, storage points, rural hubs, and state-of-the-art FSSAI certified urban retail outlets.

Krishi Star is a social enterprise aimed at transforming the economic landscape for small farmers in India. The company addresses the underutilization of farmer-owned food processing capacity, which often struggles with market linkages and product quality. By marketing and selling high-quality natural food ingredients sourced from its network of farmer-owned units, Krishi Star seeks to connect these farmers directly with higher-margin markets, thereby reducing intermediaries. Additionally, the enterprise provides technological support, including data analytics for yield forecasting, and offers training and resources to improve production techniques and promote sustainability. Currently, Krishi Star has over 80 institutional customers across major cities like Mumbai, Goa, Pune, and Delhi, with operations extending into Maharashtra and Gujarat. In collaboration with the Government of Andhra Pradesh, the company is also constructing a farmer-owned factory. With a vision to scale its operations nationwide, Krishi Star aims to build a substantial business and increase farmer-owned capacity significantly over the next seven years.

Parvata Foods is a socio-commercial enterprise founded in 2013 by graduates of the Indian Institute of Management, headquartered in Kolkata, West Bengal. The company focuses on creating a value chain for organic produce sourced from Sikkim and other northeastern states of India. By integrating farmers from challenging hilly regions into the main value chain, Parvata Foods aims to improve their living standards. The company specializes in a range of organic fruits, vegetables, and spices, and also engages in processing these products to enhance their value. This initiative not only supports local agriculture but also provides retail outlets with fresh and organic food ingredients.

Maitri provides livelihood for home based caregivers through organizing, skill training and employment linkages.

Tamul Plates specializes in the production of disposable tableware, offering a range of products including dinner plates, snack plates, trays, serveware, bowls, on-the-go boxes, and cutlery. The company focuses on providing sustainable and eco-friendly alternatives, utilizing all-natural materials sourced from areca nut tree leaves. These products are crafted by community-owned micro-enterprises located in North East India, supporting rural producers and fostering a sustainable value chain. Customer inquiries are efficiently managed through various channels, including phone, email, and online applications.

Samagra is a sanitation social enterprise focused on improving public health and dignity for urban poor communities by providing access to clean and reliable toilet facilities. The company offers a range of services, including well-ventilated toilets equipped with lighting and sanitary dustbins, as well as children’s accessories. In addition to these facilities, Samagra conducts community workshops and door-to-door surveys to promote hygiene and sanitation awareness. By delivering accessible and affordable sanitation services, Samagra aims to empower individuals to lead healthier and more productive lives.

Justrojgar is an online employability platform.