Free Access
Useful digital platforms should not become inaccessible because of unnecessary user charges.
Parvati Foundation
Technology for People. Built with Purpose.
Parvati Foundation creates and supports useful digital platforms designed to make information, resources, and opportunities more accessible — completely free for users.
Now live: Pratiyogita Kosh and Pahadi Humsafar — no user charges.
Our purpose
Making Technology More Accessible
Parvati Foundation focuses on building useful digital experiences that solve practical problems and make valuable resources easier for people to access.
The emphasis is on creating platforms that are simple, useful, accessible, and free for users.
What we believe
Four ideas behind everything we build
People First
Technology should solve real problems and provide practical value.
Simplicity
Digital products should be easy to understand and easy to use.
Long-Term Value
Build platforms that can continue providing useful experiences to people over time.
Our projects
Our Digital Projects
Two platforms built around one simple idea: create something useful, make it accessible, and keep it free for users.
Competitive exam preparation
Pratiyogita Kosh
100% Free for UsersPratiyogita Kosh is a digital platform created to help users access useful information and resources related to competitive examinations and preparation, including mock tests, previous year papers, current affairs and study material.
Visit Pratiyogita Kosh (opens in a new tab)
Uttarakhand matrimonial platform
Pahadi Humsafar
100% Free for UsersPahadi Humsafar is a digital platform that helps Garhwali, Kumaoni and Jaunsari families from Uttarakhand find meaningful matrimonial connections, with privacy controls and the family involved.
Visit Pahadi Humsafar (opens in a new tab)Each project is run on its own website and has its own terms and privacy policy. "Free for users" means users are not charged for access today.
Free for users
No User Charges. Free to Use.
Both current Parvati Foundation projects are designed for users to access completely free of charge.
- Free access
- No payment taken from users today
- No card needed to get started
- Built for users
About
About Parvati Foundation
Parvati Foundation is focused on creating useful digital initiatives that can provide practical value to people and communities.
Through its projects, the foundation aims to make information, resources, and digital experiences easier to access while keeping the platforms completely free for users.
The organization combines technology, accessibility, and a people-first approach to create platforms with practical everyday value.
Our approach
How we work
Understand
Identify practical problems and opportunities where digital technology can help.
Build
Create simple, useful, and accessible digital platforms.
Open Access
Make the platforms available to users without charging them.
Improve
Continue improving the experience based on real-world needs and feedback.
Impact
Impact Starts With Access.
A useful digital platform can create value only when people can actually access and use it.
That's why free access is an important part of the way Parvati Foundation approaches its current digital projects.
Why free matters
Removing the Cost Barrier
For many people, even a small recurring fee can become a barrier to accessing useful digital resources.
Parvati Foundation's current projects are designed to remove that barrier by allowing users to access them without user charges.
- NeedPeople look for useful information and resources.
- AccessPlatforms stay open to users without user charges.
- OpportunityMore people can put useful resources to work.
Trust & transparency
Principles we hold ourselves to
Clear Purpose
Every project should have a clear reason for existing.
User Focus
The experience should prioritize usefulness and accessibility.
Free User Access
Current projects are available to users without user charges.
Responsible Technology
Technology should be used to create practical value.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Are the Parvati Foundation projects free?
Yes. The current projects are designed to be completely free for users.
Does Parvati Foundation charge users?
No. Users are not charged for accessing the current projects.
What projects does Parvati Foundation currently have?
The current projects are:
Who are these platforms for?
The platforms are designed for people who can benefit from the information, resources, and experiences provided by each project.
Where can I access the projects?
Users can access the projects through their respective websites: pratiyogitakosh.com and pahadihumsafar.com.
How can I contact Parvati Foundation?
For now, please use the contact page of the project your question is about — both are linked in the Contact section below. Foundation-level contact details will be added here once they are officially published.
Contact
Let's Connect
Have a question, suggestion, feedback, or idea?
We'd love to hear from you. Reach the team through the contact page of the project you are writing about.