Lawyered Secures Landmark ₹8.5 Crore Investment on Ideabaaz, Creating History on Indian Television
Lawyered, one of India’s fastest-growing legal-tech startups, has made history by securing a ₹8.5 crore investment on Ideabaaz, marking the largest single investment deal ever witnessed on Indian television. The landmark moment will be showcased in Episode 15 of the startup reality show, coinciding with the mid-season milestone of its debut 26-episode run.
Airing exclusively on Zee TV and ZEE5, Ideabaaz has rapidly evolved into a credible national platform that goes beyond storytelling to deliver real capital outcomes for Indian startups. Backed by IDFC First Bank as the Startup Banking Partner, the show has emerged as a bridge between ambitious founders and institutional-grade funding.
A Defining Moment for Indian Startup Television
The ₹8.5 crore investment secured by Lawyered is not only notable for its size but also for the signal it sends to India’s startup ecosystem—that mainstream television can serve as a serious launchpad for scalable businesses. According to the Ideabaaz team, the mid-season mark was always expected to be impactful. However, surpassing all previous funding records on Indian TV exceeded expectations. With 10 more episodes still to air, the momentum of the show—and the opportunities it creates for founders—is expected to accelerate further.
Lawyered: Powering the Next Wave of Legal-Tech Innovation
Founded by Himanshu Gupta, Lawyered has positioned itself at the forefront of India’s legal-tech ecosystem by simplifying access to on-road legal assistance, traffic challan resolution, and legal support services.The startup has gained national recognition for addressing real-world legal pain points faced by everyday citizens, particularly in the areas of:
- Traffic challan disputes
- Roadside legal emergencies
- Consumer and motor-vehicle legal compliance
The ₹8.5 crore investment marks a significant growth milestone for Lawyered, strengthening its ability to scale technology, expand geographic coverage, and deepen partnerships across India.
Founder Recognition: Entrepreneur of the Year 2024
Lawyered’s momentum has been reinforced by strong leadership recognition.
Himanshu Gupta, Founder of Lawyered, was named “Entrepreneur of the Year – Service Business (Legal)” at the Entrepreneur India Startup Awards 2024.The award recognised his contribution to building a scalable, tech-driven legal services platform with real social and economic impact.
Strategic Partnerships Fueling Growth
🚗 Cars24 Collaboration
Lawyered partnered with Cars24 to streamline traffic challan resolution during used car transactions, reducing friction and improving compliance for buyers and sellers alike. This integration has strengthened Lawyered’s position within the automotive ecosystem.
🏍️ LOTS Expansion with FADA
Lawyered expanded its flagship LOTS (Legal On-The-Spot) 24x7 on-road legal assistance service across Madhya Pradesh, covering both car and two-wheeler dealerships, in partnership with FADA (Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations).This expansion significantly increased Lawyered’s on-ground presence and dealer adoption.
Empowering Women Drivers with 24x7 Legal Support
One of the most impactful aspects of Lawyered’s LOTS service has been its role in empowering women drivers. The platform offers round-the-clock on-road legal assistance, helping women confidently handle traffic stops, documentation issues, and roadside legal situations.This initiative has been widely appreciated and highlighted as a step toward safer and more inclusive mobility.
Media Recognition and Industry Visibility
Lawyered’s innovation and impact have been widely covered by leading media outlets, including:
- APN News
- The Times of India
These features highlighted Lawyered’s role in transforming traffic challan resolution, roadside legal assistance, and legal-tech adoption in India.
Thought Leadership and Policy Advocacy
In February 2025, Founder Himanshu Gupta shared pre-budget insights, advocating for stronger policy and funding support for AI-driven startups, particularly those operating in regulated and service-heavy sectors such as legal, mobility, and compliance.
His commentary positioned Lawyered not just as a startup, but as a thought leader in India’s evolving legal-tech and AI ecosystem.
