When purpose meets innovation, age becomes just a number. Meet Harmeet Godhani, an 18-year-old tech visionary from Gujarat who’s not just inventing gadgets—he’s shaping a movement. His brainchild, WHO SAFE, also known as the Nirbhaya Device, is an IoT-powered safety companion built to protect women when they need it the most. And it’s already begun making a difference.
Born out of rising concern and deep frustration with society’s silence on women’s safety, Harmeet’s journey is a powerful example of entrepreneurship in Gujarat that puts humanity before hype.
A Question That Sparked a Revolution
After reading yet another news headline about a woman being harassed in broad daylight, Harmeet couldn’t resist asking himself a question. “What if she had something that spoke on her behalf when she couldn’t?”
“Every unsafe moment experienced by women echoed too loudly in my mind,” he shares.
That fire turned into WHO SAFE—a discreet, powerful, and affordable ₹1,000 device designed to make every woman feel seen, supported, and safe. Not just a gadget, but a statement. Not just a product, but a promise.
How WHO SAFE Works: Technology that Listens and Responds
Small enough to fit on a keychain or locket, WHO SAFE is a marvel in miniaturization—and a masterstroke of intent-driven engineering.
With just a double-click:
• An SOS alert is sent to up to 500 pre-saved contacts, including family and police
• A loud buzzer is triggered—even on silent mode
• Live GPS, voice call, and messages are dispatched instantly
• It needs a PIN to turn it off, so that it’s not misused.
At the time of emergency, every second counts. And WHO SAFE delivers in milliseconds. It’s a Gujarat-based business solving a universal problem with local heart and global vision.
From Prevention to Empowerment: A Movement in the Making
Harmeet doesn’t just aim to sell devices—he’s working to reduce women-related crimes by 35–40% by 2027. The approach is multilayered:
• Awareness campaigns in rural and urban schools
• Affordable pricing to ensure accessibility
• Integration with police and emergency systems
• NGO, Corporate, and Government partnerships
“Violence is fed by silence. We aim to turn that silence into a siren,” says Harmeet.
When WHO SAFE Saved a Life Before Danger Could Strike
In Surat, a college student noticed she was being followed at night. She clicked WHO SAFE. Within 4 minutes, her brother and a local responder reached her. Nothing escalated—but something shifted. Her fear was replaced by faith. This real-life incident highlights what WHO SAFE stands for: intervention before incident.
Selling Trust, Not Just Tech
WHO SAFE is available via:
• Instagram: whosafe.india & harmeet_godhani
• Linkedin: Who Safe & Harmeet Godhani
• Bulk orders through educational institutions and CSR partners
The response? Overwhelming.
“Parents tell me they sleep better. Girls say they walk with more confidence. NGO heads want this in every student’s bag,” Harmeet says. This is not just entrepreneurship in Gujarat—it’s a safety revolution rooted in empathy.
The Gujarat Factor: Fueling Young Innovation
Despite starting without a lab or funding, Harmeet credits the startup ecosystem in Gujarat for providing mentorship and momentum. Platforms like i-Hub and GTU Venture offered him visibility and support. “Here, your mission speaks louder than your age,” he smiles.
It’s refreshing to see young entrepreneurship in Gujarat driven not by valuation—but by values.
From a Soldering Iron to a National Rollout
The road hasn’t been easy. Challenges included:
• Sourcing quality components on a limited budget
• Convincing institutions to prioritize preventive safety
• Coding and prototyping without professional tools
But Harmeet’s resilience out coded every roadblock. And now, WHO SAFE 2.0 is in the works—with voice-activated SOS, child and senior editions, and a standalone version that works without smartphones.
By 2026, the goal is a national rollout, including India’s Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities and villages. “Safety isn’t privilege, it’s a basic right,” he asserts.
Collaboration for Scaling Impact
WHO SAFE is actively collaborating with:
• Schools and colleges for student protection
• Corporates for CSR deployment
• Government bodies for policy alignment
“If your institution believes in safety, we’re ready to join hands,” Harmeet says. It’s an open invitation to anyone who shares his vision: a safer India, powered by people.
Harmeet’s Advice to Future Gujpreneurs
To aspiring founders—especially impact-driven entrepreneurs in Gujarat—Harmeet says:
“Don’t wait for perfect conditions. Start with what you have. Gujarat has created business giants; now, it needs purpose-led changemakers. Build for meaning—not just for money.”
Final Thoughts from Gujpreneur
At Gujpreneur, we celebrate stories that combine courage, compassion, and innovation. Harmeet Godhani is a living reminder that age is no barrier when the mission is mighty.
More than a product, WHO SAFE is Gujarat’s answer to the national concern of women safety. A kind of future we all want to live in, powered by entrepreneurship with heart.
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