Vahan uses AI chatbots to scale blue-collar workforce for businesses.

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Vahan's business model is centered around leveraging advanced technology to efficiently meet business workforce needs.

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Vahan.ai raises $10M in Series B funding led by Khosla Ventures, plans to expand into new industries.

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The Bengaluru-based startup aims to develop AI recruitment technology supporting eight major Indian languages.

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Vahan's AI recruiter has conducted interviews in English and Hindi and reduced costs and turnaround time for recruitment.

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The firm has recruited over 500,000 workers in more than 480 cities, catering to leading companies such as Zomato, Swiggy, and Uber.

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Vahan reported Rs 29.7 crore in operating revenue with a loss of Rs 17.71 crore for the fiscal year ending March 2023.

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The startup plans to grow 2X or more in FY25 and has faced competition from companies like Apna, Baba Jobs, and Aasaan Jobs.

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Airtel’s Startup Accelerator Program has an 8.82% stake in Vahan, and the company also plans to expand into manufacturing and retail industries.

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The Series B funding saw participation from Y Combinator, Gaingels, and Paytm founder Vijay Shekhar Sharma.

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Vahan was also a part of Airtel’s Startup Accelerator Program and has been operational since 2016.

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