RTIwala simplifying process of RTI filing raises funding from PontaqVC

RTIwala, a Seoni Malwa-based legaltech startup, has raised Rs 25 lakh in funding from Pontaq VC as it aims to scale its team and enhance its product and services.

Founded by husband-wife duo Sumeet Mahendra and Kritika Shrivastava Mahendra, The startup helps individuals and organizations in getting valuable information and records from governments in a simple, fast and affordable manner.

Initially started as a blog and pivoted the business model to a service-based startup in Jan 2019. In 2022, RTIwala further transformed into a product-based startup.

RTIwala said it is digitalizing and super-simplifying the process of filing the RTI apps and appeals and creating a searchable database of public records. 

Seoni Malwa, Distt - Narmadapuram. "We firmly believe in the power of information to drive positive change and empower our fellow citizens," said Sumeet Mahendra, Founder and CEO of RTIwala.

"Receiving the quarter crore funding from Pontaq VC is a testament to the relentless efforts of our team and the transformative impact we aim to create,” said Kritika Mahendra, Co-Founder and COO at RTIwala. 

The startup claimed to have achieved a remarkable feat by tripling its revenue in the last financial year, building on the momentum of doubling its revenue for two consecutive years prior.

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