Over the past two seasons, the Shark Tank has witnessed pitches across diverse industries, ranging from apps and stationery to beauty and more.
A groundbreaking pitch set to make its way into the tank is Rodbez—a revolutionary platform offering One-Way Taxi, Taxipool, and Carpool services. Notably, our newest shark, Ritesh Agarwal, the Founder & CEO of OYO Rooms, found this pitch captivating.
He expressed excitement about localized solutions emerging to enhance life in tier 2 cities, stating, “Pehle badhe badhe sheheron mein chhoti chhoti baatein hoti thi. Ab chhote chhote sheheron mein badhe badhe business ban rahe hain!”
Co-founded by Dilkhush Kumar and Siddharth Shankar Jha, both hailing from Bihar, Rodbez aims to tackle the challenges posed by unorganized taxi services in the state, paving the way for a transformative commuting experience.
The primary mission of Rodbez is to improve the commuting experience for numerous passengers in Bihar by providing a cost-effective solution that reduces expenses by up to 40% and eliminates the need for round-trip fares. What distinguishes RodBez is not only its innovative approach but also the personal journey of Dilkhush Kumar, who shares his inspiring story of overcoming job rejections to drive positive change in Bihar.
Ritesh Agarwal expressed, “India’s entrepreneurial landscape has matured, and startups like RodBez exemplify this transformation. No idea is considered too ambitious, and no dream is deemed too large.
Your origin is inconsequential as long as you remain dedicated to your destination. There are numerous businesses in the hinterlands, akin to RodBez, which have spearheaded frugal innovation and hold the potential to create solutions not just for India but for the global stage.”
The significant question remains: with a request for Rs 50 lakhs for a 5% equity stake, will the Sharks come on board to support this endeavor and usher in a new era of taxi services in Bihar? Be sure to catch this remarkable pitch on Shark Tank India 3 on Sony LIV.
