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Student launches tourist platform after training scheme

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Date
Company
Namaste Saarthi
What it does
Tourist services aggregator in Kumaon
Kind
Launch
Stage
pre-seed
Based in
Pithoragarh
Founded
2026
Sector
Mobility & Logistics

What they do

Kartik Pandey started Namaste Saarthi to help tourists visit Pithoragarh and Champawat

What happened

The online platform connects travelers directly with hotels, buses, and local guides

Why it matters

The launch follows entrepreneurship training from the Uttarakhand government's Devbhoomi Udyamita Yojana scheme

The details

  • Kartik Pandey launched Namaste Saarthi as a new startup venture.
  • He developed the idea after observing struggles faced by tourists in the region.
  • The company operates an online platform for booking travel services.
  • It aggregates hotel bookings, transport options, and local guide services.
  • The platform aims to provide transparent pricing for all users.
  • Travelers connect directly with service providers without intermediaries.
  • The business currently manages a network of 15 buses.
  • Operations focus on the Kumaon region including Pithoragarh and Champawat.

The bigger picture

  • The startup was supported by the Devbhoomi Udyamita Yojana scheme.
  • This initiative is backed by the Uttarakhand government and EDII.
  • Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami supports converting innovation into viable businesses.
  • The scheme aims to create jobs within Uttarakhand state.

About the business

  • Namaste Saarthi serves tourists visiting specific districts in Uttarakhand.
  • It offers direct connections between travelers and service providers.
  • The model reduces dependence on traditional intermediaries.
  • Services include bus transport, taxi rides, and hotel stays.
  • Local guides are also available through the platform.
  • The network includes 15 buses for transport needs.
  • Transparent pricing is a key value proposition for customers.
  • The platform operates across the broader Kumaon region.
  • It specifically targets visitors to Pithoragarh and Champawat areas.

What happens next

  • The company plans to expand its tourist service offerings.
  • It aims to increase direct connections with local providers.

Founders

  • Kartik Pandey, Founder

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