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Bridging the Digital Divide with Empathy

Where Tech meets Social Impact

The global digital revolution is accelerating, yet millions are left behind. Digital Inclusion Lab builds and partners with ventures to create a radically inclusive and connected world.

From Concept to Impact: How We Work

Have an idea that can make the digital world more inclusive? Here is how we partner with innovators and builders to bring impactful solutions to life.

The 6-Step Journey

1

Submit Your Idea

Share your vision with us through our simple submission form. Rest assured, our transparent Terms & Conditions strictly ensure that your idea remains entirely your Intellectual Property (IP).

2

Review & Connect

Our core team will deeply evaluate your proposal to see how it aligns with our inclusion goals. If there is a fit, we will get on a call with you to discuss the possibilities.

3

Collaborative Building

We roll up our sleeves and build together. DIL provides the technical, design, and strategic support to take your venture from a raw concept to a fully functioning Minimum Viable Product (MVP).

4

Growth Strategy & Execution

An impactful tool is only useful if it reaches the people who need it. We work with you to map out a hyperlocal growth strategy and actively help you start implementing it.

5

Investor Pitching & Scaling

When the venture is ready to scale, we help you refine your narrative, build your pitch decks, and present to the right social impact investors to unlock sustainable growth.

6

Create Impact Together

We cross the finish line as partners. Together, we deploy the technology to change lives and build a more connected, equitable society.

Initiatives Driving Inclusion

Each venture is designed with empathy to bridge the digital divide for vulnerable communities.

Elderra

Elderra

Empowering Seniors in a Digital World.

Elderra is a dedicated elder-tech platform designed to bridge the generational technology gap. From navigating everyday apps to providing trusted, home-based technical assistance, Elderra ensures senior citizens can participate in the digital age with confidence and dignity.

1,500+
Elders Trained
50+
Cities Covered
0
Scams Post-Training
Project Maa

Project Maa

A Mother's Best Friend | माँ की सबसे अच्छी दोस्त

Project Maa is an AI voice companion designed to support young and new mothers through their most challenging and beautiful journey. From the first signs of pregnancy to the early years of childhood, this intelligent companion is here to answer questions, calm anxieties, and guide mothers with medically-accurate, empathetic information. An initiative by Dr. Kafeel Khan.

24/7
Available Support
Free
Always Free
2
Expert Doctors

Have an idea? Let's build it together.

Digital inclusion is a collaborative effort. DIL actively seeks to partner with ventures, technologists, and organizations that share our vision of a more equitable digital landscape.

Collaborate

Partner with us to create impactful solutions

Innovate

Build technology that serves everyone

Impact

Create lasting change for communities

About Us

We are a team of entrepreneurs, techies, journalists and professionals who want to solve real-world problems.

At the core of our belief is the idea of community-building. We build communities that support each other to find tech-enabled solutions.

Bilal Zaidi

Bilal Zaidi

Founder & CEO

A former TV Journalist, Bilal has been a serial entrepreneur, building award-winning high-impact startups.

A community builder, he maintains a bird's eye-view on the impact of new technology on everyday lives. At Digital Inclusion Lab, Bilal wishes to build solution-focussed enterprises. He has worked in New York City, Dubai and is currently based in New Delhi, India.

Mohit Bhardwaj

Mohit Bhardwaj

Co-founder

From Rs 20 crore tech startups to Biryani kitchens, Mohit has powered a diverse range of ventures across India.

He works in the intersection of technology, marketing and community building. He is currently based in Manali, India.

Our Mission

1

Bridging the Digital Divide

Providing access to technology and digital literacy for vulnerable groups.

2

Fostering Inclusion & Collaboration

Creating a more inclusive and collaborative digital society. Helping outsiders get a foot in the door.

3

Unlocking Opportunities

Creating hundreds of new jobs and livelihoods by creating new ventures that solve real world problems.

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