In an era where digital transformation is reshaping industries, Techindo is setting a new benchmark by tapping into an often-overlooked demographic India’s rural youth. The company is focused on hiring unskilled non-IT individuals from Tier 2 and Tier 3 regions and training them for global IT exposure, creating a ripple effect of socio-economic upliftment.
Rahul Pandey, Founder of Techindo
Founded on the belief that “talent exists everywhere, regardless of location or background,” Techindo’s initiative aligns closely with the Government of India’s vision for rural development. “We’ve seen leaders from all walks of life rise out of rural India. They just need the right guidance and opportunity,” says the company’s founder.
Techindo’s mission is simple yet transformative: the right skills should reach the right people. The company has developed a unique framework to identify and train individuals in the technology landscape. Currently, Techindo has recruited employees from 7 states, with over 20 rural hires onboarded as part of a pilot project. Plans are underway to triple that number by the end of the year. Today, between 50–60% of Techindo’s total workforce hails from rural areas.
The company provides customized training based on initial assessments ranging from computer languages and application programming to AI/ML and UI/UX. The training duration typically spans 3 to 6 months, depending on the candidate’s dedication and grasping power. Graduates of these programs go on to work in roles such as software developers and UI/UX designers, contributing to sectors like real estate, healthcare, fintech, agri-tech, and digital marketing. Remarkably, Techindo boasts nearly 100% retention among its trained rural employees over the past four years.
Success stories abound employees have transformed their lives by supporting their families, building homes, and funding the education and weddings of their siblings. These personal milestones are inspiring a new generation of rural youth to explore opportunities in the tech world.
Despite facing challenges such as communication barriers and a lack of dedicated workspaces, Techindo is proactively working to bridge these gaps. By offering equal pay for equal talent regardless of a candidate’s background the company is directly contributing to income parity and economic upliftment. “A skilled employee from a village earns the same as their urban counterparts,” affirms Rahul Pandey, Founder of Techindo.
Techindo is currently in a high-growth phase, eyeing a 50–60% growth rate over the next 3–5 years, with a vision to build a 500-member team. While there are no current collaborations with government bodies, the company is open to partnerships that can help scale its impact.
The founder emphasizes that if more IT companies adopt this approach, it will significantly contribute to India’s journey toward becoming a developed nation. Although change may not be immediate, over the next 8–10 years, this model can create new career avenues and shift the aspirations of rural youth.
By addressing a real, national challenge, Techindo is proving that inclusive innovation can drive both business success and social transformation.