The burgeoning co-working space has been inciting enterprising minds to plunge into the mission of catering to the entrepreneurial requisites, assisting every aspiring millennial to meet their objectives. This has extensively straightened out the needs of the go-getters looking for suitable places having all the up to date amenities at reasonable prices. It has introduced a unique prototype of renting office spaces that is utterly hassle free. The soaring demand for this modern harbor has led to the rise of co-working space. A myriad of entrepreneurs has ventured into this opportune environment to build a sustainable lifestyle, facilitating glaring room to manoeuvre.

The drawing power of this ecosystem did captivate the curiosity of a young and dynamic technocrat, Dharmendra Kalita who always had the ambition of turning his hands to investing in a venture and creating a stature of his own in a prodigious space. He made his debut in the industry as an investor which eventually took the shape of the entrepreneurship and ensconced the foundation of a ground breaker establishment, The Rook India, a co-living platform initiated with the objective to inspire and connect the largest community of the working professionals with suitable elbow room and technology.

The Story of its Genesis
This thought provoking vocation broke out as a one man's show. At the outset, Dharmendra had single-handedly administered all the affairs related to the creation of The Rook India, be it planning the outline or pitching its foundation. Although he was thoroughly supported by the people around him, though compact their contributions were quite vital. As the venture started getting a profound structure and gradually started unfolding its wing, the need for a perceptive and adroit team also transpired. Giving consideration to which Dharmendra mustered a group of adept and proficient people who had been staunchly working towards accomplishing the objective of the company. "The door of this opportune space opened to me when my landlord gave me the responsibility of managing his business centers. This exposed me to the business world where I came across many new ideas. One thing led to another and I ended up with the conception of venturing into the co-working domain which in due course marked the genesis of The Rook India. I began this journey all by myself with whole hearted support from my landlord and housekeeper. In the initial time, I did engage myself in understanding the two essentials.i.e. the market trends and the consumer demand,"narrates Dharmendra Kalita, Founder & CEO, The Rook India.

"The rook india intends to instill its presence in of southeast asian countries and Have to ITS name 1,00,000 square feet of office spaces across the globe"

Starting off as an office space solution provider, the company has been putting forward productive and custom-built office spaces to businesses that intend to expand itself productively. Any organization whether an entrenched or an entrant can avail the end-to-end tailor made office solutions advanced by The Rook India. To make sure that the services fit in well with the client's needs, budget, plans, and the size of the team or employees it has made provisions for flexible contract terms. The company has measured out distinct measures in the context of co-working and dedicated office space for free lancers, Startups and Small or Medium businesses. Its overall intention is to lend a helping hand to businesses in unearthing a desired, open and customized co-working or dedicated office space to conduct their manoeuvres. In the main, The Rook India is a sheer Plug-n-play office that is fully furnished with all necessary office furniture and basic types of equipments including conference rooms, printers, house-keeping, reception, and other such facilities.

"We have been up to speed with the current status of the co-working space and the needs of the clients. So as an office space solution provider we are catering to the needs the companies concerning both co-working and dedicated space. We do spend a lot of time conversing with our clients in order to understand their requisites, resources, objectives and then design the finest solution for them. As we perceive the significance of flexibility, we make sure that our offerings as flexible as possible as this could allow an easy spate of business for the clients and for us as well," he adds.

Addressing the Uphill Battle
Being a bootstrap company that is operated by a sole proprietor was an onerous task to cut out. With limited funds, zero lineup, and tight resources the prime mover did face a tough time in nourishing its roots in such a highly competitive environment. Furthermore, getting hold of propitious clients was yet another back-breaking task for a newbie like The Rook India. How ever, an impeccable determination and absolute enthusiasm propelled Dharmendra to move towards his desired object of the exercise. He not only set his grips with all the difficulties brewing on the path but ardently endeavoured to take his objectives forward successfully and for good brought into being a pronounced co-working platform. He recites, "The co-working domain is certainly an intensive business which demands good amount of funds, shrewd knowledge and expert mind to set the business in the motion. Initially, we were devoid all the effective amenities which was making things hard at my end. By and by we geared our selves to tackle each of the glitches, acquired an adroit team, gained financial stability and at the same time ameliorated the quality of services."

The company's sterling performance largely depends on its vantage point. It gives prime concern to the customer's needs, contemplating to keep them contented. Regardless of the size nature or domain they belong to the company goes way beyond moving heaven and earth to craft the best solution to meet any kind of exigency that materializes in the entire quest for an appropriate office space. "The considerable results that we have witnessed so far are the outcome of the downright endurance of our prolific team. The main advantage we had as a newbie in the game is our core team’s background. We have a collective experience of 30 years. This has helped us in developing familiarity with the kind of set up the clients are looking for,” mentions Dharmendra.

The Growth Story
Instituted just a year ago with only a 2000 sqft office space, the germination of this office space provider has been a breath taking one. In about twelve month, the size of its office space burgeoned to 8000 sqft within five months of its inception, touching the turnover of around half a crore along with an outstanding and heterogeneous client base. Rooted in the Garden city, Bangalore the Rook India has expanded itself to the land of Blue Hills, Assam. The company has intrinsically built a strong and positive community that houses companies belonging to a distinct ecosystem. "We are a coterie that makes suitable provision for people from any domain such as Software Real Estate BPO, Training institutes or any other. All like minded and

vehement folks who believe in sharing a roof for their own furtherance can find a perfect quarter in The Rook India," he states.

A Harbinger of Things to Come
The Rook India is steering itself towards a thriving direction where it is all set to create an impressive stature not only in the national but on the international platform as well. It intends to instill its presence in of South East Asian countries and have to its name 1,00,000 square feet of office spaces across the globe. At present, the company is engage in making all the necessary arrangements for its upcoming event the Annual Hackathon which they have entitled as ROOKATHON Hackathon powered by The Rook India. This initiative is taken to bring all virtuosos and aspiring minds from various domains. "As a startup, we do have well-planned roadmap set before us and we are preparing ourselves in every aspect. The first and foremost objective is to accelerate our first round of equity funding by 2020 Q1 which we intend to scale up by 2020 Q4 and take the business to the next level. We are also in talks with some advantageous clients, collaborating with them can help us acquire 20,000 sqft total office spaces probably within in a month or two without going for any equity funding. As far as Rookathon is concern we are planning to bring initiators from different places across the globe," he con.

IT has intrinsically built a strong And positive community that Houses companies belonging to a Distinct ecosystem

In Essence The Rook India resolute to introduce top-notch trailblazing and best fitting solutions to concerns seeking suitable spaces to settle their line of works. It tends to empower them to express their best works freely and confidently.

Dharmendra Kalita, Founder & CEO
A tech enthusiast and passionate entrepreneur dharmendra has shrewd interest to of doing something significant in the business world. His grail of bringing in a wave of innovation and development in the co-working ecosystem drove him towards his entrepreneurial journey which eventually led to the establishment of the rook india. Through this venture he has pioneered in the northeast region and bangalore as a prime office space provider.


Arup Bharali, Advisor

Other Job: member technical staff, verizon data service, florida, USA

Living in the us working for America's telecom giant 'verizon' with a wish to contribute towards india's #make in india initiative. With about 11+ years of industry experience working as an it professional in companies like IBM, Verizon, Brillio, he wants to help budding entrepreneurs by sharing his professional experience so far.


Dhruba Jyoti Das, Adviro

Other Job: Living in the us working for america's telecom giant 'verizon' with a wish to contribute towards india's #makeinindia initiative. With about 11+ years of industry experience working as an it professional in companies like IBM, verizon, brillio, he wants to help budding entrepreneurs by sharing his professional experience so far. With 11+ years of industry experience in companies like samsung, borqs, kyocera he brings immense knowledge base about the office space industry being a 'user' of the service and having seen different types of working environment throughout his career as a software Engineer. Also a socially active person and member of various communities which are helping in cleating a better society.



Shanmuga M, chief Designer & Community Manager, Bangalore India
A graphics design genius, a fitness freak, he had been a pillar in the overall business to handle the operations apart from his contribution towards making us look amazing in the digital medium through his creativity. His designs are not only limited to the digital space. He had been a great help from the beginning in giving the shape to the company we have now. Always ready to take up any challenge given the nature of the business we are in.


Dolly Choudhury, Interior Designer, Bangalore, India
Dolly have been always fascinated by a beautifully and aesthetically designed space. Better late than never, realised her obsession into interior designing. The nature and its beautiful creation inspired her a lot in creating something new in her work. Her design style is guided by the proverb “less is more” and she loves what she does.



Riju Mani Talukdar, Legal Advisor, Delhi, India
An advocate, having experience practicing at the highest place of justice in india, “the supreme court new delhi”, he brings in great experience to help us with all our legal activities. A vivid traveller and adventurer.


Madhurima Saikia, PR & Community Manager, Guwahati, India
A content writer by profession, joined us to help us with all our PR activities with a promise to make “the rook india” an international brand. She also helps us in overlooking the operations in guwahati apart from her PR works. And yes, she loves to travel and write blogs and she does IT quite well.

Client Testimonials
“Dharmendra, the founder of the rook india, is an engineer by profession. He was able to relate to our needs quickly and accommodate our requests readily. In that sense, this place is by engineers and for engineers. He is also ever smiling and very accessible. I recommend the rook india co-working space.”
Subrahmanyam Vempati, Founder, Caspera Pvt Ltd.

“The rook india gives you a very positive vibe and you Feel a sense of freedom in the work environment. The community team is always ready to help. Activities Organised by the team help in opening closed minds And helps build teams and community”
Leo Meetei, Ceo, Refixd Technologies Pvt Ltd.

“The rook india space is a workplace shared with Like minded individuals, designed to have all the Functions and comforts of a traditional office, but Without the restrictions(and drama)of one. You can Have your own desk and work only when you actually Have to.”
- Ramesh Kumar, Sales Head, Pride Realty Sqft.

“The rook india is an awesome place to work. The facilities and staff are perfect combination of flexibility, price and location. The flexibility allows US to have space we need for today and increase if we Need tomorrow. The rook india is the best option for fast growing companies i would highly recommend any freelancers/ biz people/ entrepreneurs who are working from home to consider co-working at the rook india your productivity will sky rocket!! ”
- Ravi, Director, MTL, Marine Trans Logistics Pvt Ltd.