Innovative Personal Hygiene Solutions for the Disabled Pioneered by Raghu D's Kaiteki
In an interview with businessline, Raghu D, the Founder-CEO of Kaiteki Innovations Private Ltd, expressed a desire for government intervention to promote ideas and products in the assistive technology space. This call to action comes as the company prepares to launch its maiden product, the GUKO Bidet, a game-changing hygiene aid designed for universal ease of use.
The GUKO Bidet is a non-electric, mechanical solution that can be retrofitted to standard toilets, requiring no extra space. This patented dual-operation product, available in both hand and pedal versions, is designed to provide a hygienic, comfortable, and user-friendly toilet cleaning experience, specifically addressing the needs of individuals with special needs or limited mobility.
The intended target for the GUKO Bidet includes a wide range of public restrooms such as hospitals, metro stations, railway stations, airports, malls, hotels, corporate offices, government institutions, and household restrooms. The solution is beneficial for not only people with special needs but also elderly individuals with mobility issues, pregnant women, postpartum mothers, patients in hospitals, and those in rehabilitation centers.
Despite the significant number of disabled individuals, there is a considerable lack of facilities to meet even their basic needs. According to statistics, approximately 15% of the global population is disabled, amounting to nearly a billion individuals. Recognizing this gap, the National Centre for Promotion of Employment for Disabled People (NCPEDP) provided a grant of ₹5 lakh to pilot 40 units of the GUKO Bidet.
The start-up, three years old, focuses on the sub-theme of health, hygiene, and sanitation in the assistive technology sector. Raghu D received a ₹10 lakh grant from a Goan incubator through NIDHI Prayas to develop a Minimum Viable Product. The pilot programme for the GUKO Bidet is set to begin within a week.
The innovation behind the GUKO Bidet lies in its user-centered design. It is engineered to be easily attachable to standard toilets, making it accessible without the need for a complete toilet replacement. The design focuses on providing a gentle and effective water spray for cleaning, which can be controlled for water pressure and direction. It emphasizes ease of use, enabling individuals with physical disabilities, elderly users, or those with limited hand dexterity to operate the device independently. The bidet incorporates ergonomic features tailored to enhance comfort and hygiene without requiring significant physical effort.
The GUKO Bidet enhances personal hygiene by reducing or eliminating the need for manual wiping, which can be difficult or uncomfortable for people with limited mobility or coordination. It promotes independence and dignity by allowing users to manage their cleaning routine without assistance. The bidet decreases the risk of infections and skin irritation that can arise from inadequate cleaning. It offers a non-invasive, convenient solution that can significantly improve the quality of life for individuals with disabilities, elderly people, or anyone with special bodily care requirements.
In conclusion, the GUKO Bidet's innovation lies in its user-centered design that makes toilet hygiene safer, easier, and more dignified for individuals with special needs. Kaiteki Innovations Private Ltd was founded by Raghu D to develop technologies and products that help people with special needs by providing accessible solutions. The publication date of this article is August 10, 2025.
- As Kaiteki Innovations Private Ltd prepares to launch the GUKO Bidet, a product designed to revolutionize hygiene for individuals with special needs or limited mobility, Raghu D, the company's CEO, advocates for government intervention to advance assistive technology business.
- Recognizing the lack of facilities for the disabled population, which comprises about 15% of the global population, the National Centre for Promotion of Employment for Disabled People (NCPEDP) granted ₹5 lakh to Kaiteki Innovations for piloting 40 units of the GUKO Bidet.
- Leveraging technology and science, Kaiteki Innovations is developing the GUKO Bidet with a focus on the health-and-wellness sector, aiming to provide a subscription-based model for maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in various public places like hospitals, airports, and corporate offices, as well as in private homes.
