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Porter Buddy, A New AI Enabled Tool to Help Coolies, Travelers and Indian Railways, an IPR of Siddharth Gupta incubated by 3EA | ||
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India In a landmark press conference held on March 19, 2024, in Mumbai, entrepreneur Mr. Siddharth Gupta along with strategic partner 3EA unveiled their latest venture, Porter Buddy, a revolutionary aggregator platform set to disrupt traditional and unorganized railway porter services. With an exclusive IPR in hand, copyright registration number L-144139/2024, Mr. Gupta's startup aims to bridge the technological gap between passengers and porters in India's bustling railway stations. The idea of this startup not only streamlines luggage handling services but also elevates the working conditions of the porters, traditionally known as ‘coolies’.
Mr. Siddharth Gupta
“The idea for creating an aggregator platform between coolies and passengers was born out of my own experiences and observations at railway stations. I noticed the chaos and stress passengers face while trying to find a reliable porter amid the heavy crowds. Additionally, coolies often struggled to find steady work throughout the day and it still is a job considered to be of lesser dignity. This imbalance struck me as a problem ripe for a technological solution, leading me to this unique idea, which was further nurtured and given a final shape as ‘Porter Buddy’ under mentorship of 3EA”.
“Porter Buddy reimagines the entire porter service ecosystem. While "coolie" may have sounded neutral once, it carries a heavy burden from the past, the British used it to belittle and take advantage of Indian workers. It's a constant echo of an exploitative system. "Porter," in contrast, portrays someone with a specific skill set offering an important service. Instead of the traditional method where passengers and porters haggle over prices, we are introducing a seamless, app-based booking system. This eradicates the need for last-minute negotiations and provides clear, upfront pricing. More so, it’s about elevating the status of porters, transforming them into service professionals who are respected and fairly compensated. This platform is about bringing dignity and order to a system that has been neglected for too long.” - Dr. Vibhor Mishra, CEO, 3EA.
“Security and trust are paramount. It's also about establishing a feedback loop, ensuring quality control and accountability. Our platform will provide real-time tracking of services & chat support ensuring transparency and safety for both parties. Every porter on our platform will undergo a rigorous background check and training process to ensure they meet our standards of professionalism and integrity. Furthermore, Passengers can see ratings and reviews for each porter, helping them make informed decisions,” - Mr. Siddharth Gupta.
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