Former ICICI Bank Leader Backs AYKA Care’s Vision for Trusted Healthcare Access and Online Doctor Consultations
Gurgaon, India | February 2026– AYKA Care, a rapidly growing telemedicine platform in India for online doctor consultations and healthcare access, today announced that Harninder Gujral, a senior banking and financial services veteran with nearly three decades of experience, has joined the company as an Angel Investor.
This strategic investment will support AYKA Care’s continued expansion across India, reinforcing its mission to connect patients with trusted medical experts through digital healthcare services, online doctor booking, and integrated clinic-based care.
Strong Traction in First Year of Operations
Founded in January 2025, AYKA Care has quickly built measurable presence and impact in India’s healthcare ecosystem:
• 2,500+ verified medical experts onboarded from multiple specialties
• 30+ partnered medical clinics to support integrated care delivery
• 15+ established regional franchises supporting local healthcare access
• 12,500+ patients served through high-quality consultations
• Patient-centric focus on trust, transparency, and seamless coordination
These metrics reflect the company’s early traction and operational depth, especially in connecting doctors with patients in underserved and Tier 2/3 regions.
Founders’ Vision and Strategic Momentum
“We are pleased to welcome Harninder Gujral as an Angel Investor,” said Charchit Sharma, Founder & CEO, AYKA Care. “His confidence in our model validates the years of disciplined execution behind this platform. As we expand regionally and deepen our technology and service offerings, his guidance will be invaluable.”
AYKA Care remains committed to enabling transparent patient experiences, helping doctors reach patients beyond their immediate geography, and strengthening healthcare networks across India.
Why Harninder Gujral Invested in AYKA Care
Commenting on his investment, Harninder Gujral said:
“I invested in AYKA Care because of the clarity of the founders’ vision and their commitment to building a trusted, scalable healthcare platform for millions of Indians. AYKA Care is thoughtfully using technology to bridge long-standing gaps between patients and healthcare providers, while empowering doctors and clinics to expand their reach. I see strong potential in their model to create a sustainable and credible healthcare ecosystem, and I look forward to supporting the team with strategic guidance as they scale across India.”
Investor Background and Strategic Value
Harninder Gujral brings deep expertise across retail banking, institutional banking, retail lending, SME financing, agri lending, and wealth management, with strong experience in zero-to-scale execution, strategic planning, and business scaling.
During his leadership tenure at ICICI Bank, he most recently led Himachal Pradesh with full P&L responsibility, driving business expansion, profitability improvement, and large-scale team growth. He is also actively involved in startup mentoring, governance advisory, and industry-academia collaboration at institutions including IIMs, NITs, Chandigarh University, and other premier universities across India.
About AYKA Care – Telemedicine and Healthcare Connectivity Platform
AYKA Care is a technology-driven telemedicine and healthcare connectivity platform in India focused on creating structured bridges between patients and verified medical professionals. The platform enables patients to:
• Book online doctor consultations across multiple specialties
• Access trusted and verified healthcare professionals
• Receive seamless care through telemedicine and in-clinic visits
• Connect with a broad network of empowered doctors and healthcare providers
AYKA Care is committed to building a credible, sustainable healthcare brand in India, contributing to long-term, inclusive growth in the country’s healthcare delivery ecosystem
AYKA Care
Mission: Accessible, Available, and Affordable Healthcare for All
🌐 Website: https://aykacare.in
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