Hunny Bhagchandani is a visionary entrepreneur and the founder of Torchit. With a passion for social impact and inclusion, Hunny leads the mission to empower Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) globally. His leadership has led to Torchit’s rapid growth and impact, earning him recognition as a leader in the assistive technology space. Hunny’s commitment to creating a more inclusive society has earned him numerous accolades, including the prestigious Forbes 30 Under 30. He has received fellowships from MIT Media Lab (US) and the Royal Academy of Engineering (UK), and a National Award from the President of India for making innovations affordable. Hunny has also featured on Shark Tank India S1 and represented India on various global platforms, including the UN, advocating for disability equality and inclusive solutions.

1. Torchit: Torchit is a social enterprise dedicated to empowering Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) through innovative assistive solutions. Our mission is to foster independence and accessibility for PwDs globally by providing affordable and effective assistive technologies. Saarthi, our smart assistive mobility aid, has impacted 300,000 lives in over 40 countries, offering accurate and affordable assistance. Our flagship product, Jyoti AI, available in AI Pro, AI Glasses, and AI Reader versions, enables blind and visually impaired individuals to access printed material through audio conversion. Torchit has innovated multiple assistive solutions, including products that identify colors, currency, faces, and describe scenes in detail, all at highly affordable prices.

2. Enablemart: Enablemart, launched by Torchit, is a marketplace offering a wide range of assistive solutions and services. Committed to accessibility, Enablemart provides access to over 400 products and services, along with information on NGOs, schemes, policies, tourism, and employment opportunities for PwDs. We address the challenges of availability, awareness, and affordability of assistive aids by creating one of the largest marketplaces for all varieties of assistive solutions. With a focus on delivering high-quality products and services, Enablemart serves as the ultimate destination for individuals seeking to improve their independence and quality of life.

3. Torchit Foundation: At Torchit Foundation, our mission is to enable abilities by providing training, resources, support, and employment opportunities for PwDs. Through our programs, including courses in Python for the visually impaired and UI/UX for the hearing impaired, we equip PwDs with the skills they need to succeed. Our commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and accessibility ensures that everyone has the chance to reach their full potential. We have successfully placed individuals in multiple startups and MNCs, including Microsoft and JPMC.