धीवा - Illumined by Intelligence
How witnessing education inequality during COVID-19 sparked a mission to democratize learning for millions
During the COVID-19 pandemic, as millions of migrant workers returned from cities to villages across India, I witnessed a harsh reality that would reshape my perspective on education forever.
"These families move several times a year, disrupting their children's education repeatedly. Yet almost every family had at least one smartphone. The technology was there — but the right solution wasn't."
I realized that if a platform like Dhiva had existed then, it could have:
This wasn't just an India problem — it's a global challenge affecting billions from rural India to Africa and everywhere in between. That's when Dhiva was born: to create true tech impact at the grassroots level.
To democratize education by making quality learning accessible to everyone, everywhere — regardless of literacy level, language, location, or device.
We believe learning should adapt to people, not the other way around. Through AI that truly understands how individuals learn, we're building a future where education finds you wherever you are.
By 2030, we envision Dhiva empowering 10 million learners across the globe — from tier-3 Indian villages to rural Africa — all learning in their own language, at their own pace.
We see a world where a farmer in Bihar can master modern techniques via voice notes, where a young mother in Kenya learns healthcare through WhatsApp, and where education is truly a universal right, not a privilege.
Traditional education assumes literacy, stable internet, and expensive devices. But billions of people — especially women and rural populations — need education that works with basic phones, limited connectivity, and voice-first interaction.
WhatsApp reaches 2.5 billion users. AI can now understand and generate content in multiple languages. Voice technology works on 2G networks. The pieces exist — they just haven't been connected the right way. Until now.
Every learner is unique — different pace, different style, different context. Dhiva's AI doesn't just deliver content; it learns how each person learns and adapts in real-time, creating truly personalized education at scale.
Founder & Chief Learning Architect
As Chief Learning Architect, I design how millions will learn — not just what they learn, but how the platform adapts to each person's unique learning journey.
With 18 years of experience in strategic marketing and digital transformation across APAC, I've led 150+ member teams and guided brands across pharmaceuticals, government, technology, and education sectors.
As a serial entrepreneur, I've founded Arkreach (AI-first media analytics), co-founded Start Solo (solopreneur incubator), and Start Solo Studio (AI content studio). My work with government initiatives like Digital India, Skill India, and various state investment summits gave me deep insights into India's education challenges.
But Dhiva is different. It's not just another venture — it's a mission. Every line of code, every feature, every decision is driven by one question: "Will this help someone learn better?"
"This is a solo venture — from code to content, design to deployment. Because when you're building something to change millions of lives, every detail matters, and you need to own every decision."
If someone wants to learn, nothing should stop them — not literacy, not language, not location, not device limitations.
If it needs a manual, we've failed. If grandma can't use it, we need to simplify it. Complexity is the enemy of adoption.
Every decision is measured by impact first, revenue second. We're building a movement, not just a business.
COVID-19 migration crisis reveals massive education inequality. The idea for voice-based, WhatsApp-delivered learning is born.
A year of deep exploration — connecting with NGOs, meeting educators, understanding real problems. No code written, just listening, observing, and discovering what technology stack could truly serve those left behind.
Beta launch with 100 creators. Public launch in September. Target: 500K learners by year-end.
10 million learners across India, Africa, and Southeast Asia. 100,000 creators earning livelihoods. Education truly democratized.
Whether you're an educator, organization, or someone who believes in our mission — let's build the future of learning together.