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Hyderabad, Telangana
AbhiBus Services (India) Private Limited is India's leading online travel platform and a prominent Online Travel Agency (OTA) that revolutionized the bus ticketing industry across the country. Founded in October 2008 by Sudhakar Chirra and Sasya Chirra, the company is headquartered in the technology hub of Madhapur, Hyderabad, Telangana. Operating originally as a pioneer in B2B technology solutions for the bus transport sector, AbhiBus initially provided end-to-end software solutions, including e-ticketing systems, fleet management software, logistics management, vehicle tracking systems (VTS), and passenger information systems. Over the years, the brand transitioned heavily into the consumer-facing (B2C) segment, establishing itself as one of India's top-rated and fastest-growing online bus ticket booking platforms. The platform provides users with access to an inventory of millions of seats daily, featuring more than 6,200 private bus partners and over 650,000 route options. It also serves as a preferred Information Technology Partner for several State Transport Corporations (SRTCs)—including partnerships with states like Andhra Pradesh, Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Karnataka—as well as international operators. Driven by technological innovation, AbhiBus features AI-powered smart filters, real-time GPS tracking, and a 24/7 customer support center to enhance customer reliability. It was also a pioneer in industry-first features, such as launching its own digital wallet (AbhiCash) to facilitate instant customer refunds. Furthermore, the company introduces programs like "Abhi Assured" and roadside assistance initiatives to ensure passenger safety and predictability. Financially, AbhiBus raised approximately $12.9 million in funding over multiple rounds from various individual and corporate angel investors. In August 2021, the company achieved a major corporate milestone when it was strategically acquired by Le Travenues Technology Limited (ixigo), a well-known consolidated travel platform. Following this acquisition, AbhiBus expanded its market portfolio beyond its core bus-ticketing service to include train ticket bookings, flight searches, and hotel reservations, evolving into a full-stack travel ecosystem. Led internally by key executives such as CEO Lenin Koduru and COO Rohit Sharma, the company commands a substantial market share of nearly 20% in the domestic online bus ticketing sector. Legally registered as an unlisted private company under the Corporate Identification Number (CIN) U93000TG2008PTC061437, its current legal status is reflected as amalgamated within its parent corporate framework. With a workforce distributed across key operations, the company continues to leverage artificial intelligence and mobile-first infrastructure to standardize and upgrade the overall quality of intermediate public transport across India.
Mitali Jhaveri
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Learned a ton here. Fast-paced but the people make it worth it.
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