The Spark Behind the Safety Innovation
It all began in Gujarat, where 18-year-old entrepreneur Harmeet Godhani refused to stay silent in the face of repeated stories of women in distress. He asked himself: "What if every woman had something that could speak for her when she couldn't?"* With that question, WhoSafe—and its flagship product, the Nirbhaya Device—was born.
Small Device, Mighty Impact
Compact and discreet, the Nirbhaya Device can attach to a keychain or be worn as a locket. It’s engineered around one single purpose: instant, silent safety.
With just a double click, the Nirbhaya Device:
* Sends SOS alerts via GPS, voice call, and messaging to up to 500 pre-saved contacts—including family members and police.
* Triggers a loud buzzer, even if the user's phone is on silent.
* Requires a PIN to turn off, preventing misuse.
Whether it's a tense moment or a real emergency, help is never far—help arrives in milliseconds, not minutes.
From Prevention to Empowerment
Harmeet’s mission extends far beyond selling devices. By 2027, he aims to reduce crimes against women by 35–40%. His multi-pronged plan includes:
* Safety awareness campaigns in schools and colleges.
* Affordable pricing—around ₹1,000 to ensure broad access.
* Partnerships with NGOs, corporate CSR programs, and government agencies for wider impact.
* Integration with emergency response systems to act faster and more efficiently.
As he puts it, “Violence is fed by silence. We aim to turn that silence into a siren.”
A Real Story of Safety
A college student in Surat once sensed she was being followed at night. She tapped her Nirbhaya Device—and within four minutes, her brother and a local responder arrived. No harm was done; fear was replaced by relief.
Stories like these exemplify what WhoSafe stands for: intervention before incident.
Building Trust, Not Just Tech
WhoSafe isn't just about gadgets—it’s about trust. Here's how they're connecting with people and institutions:
* Social media presence: Available via Instagram (@whosafe.india) and LinkedIn (Who Safe).
* Bulk orders: Supplying educational institutions and CSR initiatives with Nirbhaya Devices.
* The feedback? Parents feel more at ease. Students report walking with more confidence. NGOs want the device in every backpack.
Scaling with Gujarat’s Spirit
Without fancy labs or large funding, Harmeet leveraged Gujarat’s startup ecosystem—from i-Hub to GTU Venture—for mentorship and momentum. His message: age means little when purpose is powerful.
Development continues— WhoSafe 2.0 is under work with features like:
* Voice-activated SOS
* Variants for children and seniors
* A standalone model that doesn’t need a smartphone
By 2026, a national rollout is envisioned—even into India’s Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities and villages.
### Join the Movement of Meaningful Change
WhoSafe is forging alliances across schools, corporations, NGOs, and government—because safety is everyone’s responsibility.
Harmeet’s advice to aspiring changemakers, especially in Gujarat:
Don’t wait for perfect conditions. Start with what you have. Build for meaning—not just for money.”
