Marwari Catalysts’ Post

Building a company in India's rural population or as now called Bharat 2.0 is a task which needs a complete makeover as it will not abide by the regular startup playbook with its popular terminologies. One thing which I have been witnessing repeatedly while building Farmology is that while focusing on our core that's preharvest stage problems, we encounter numerous stakeholder/ecosystem problems. And mind you these problems can kill any new company if they are not aware. As of now, what we have done till date is not just to solve the problem on a farm stage but also on an ecosystem & supply chain level. At a certain point of time we are solving 5 problems. I can think of 5 new startups which can spawn out of it. Many will debate that this is just how business is but trust me when I say, the game is different in rural India. Innovating and creating value in rural India takes a lot of study and primary research. And you will still struggle if you change your region. Hats off to all my fellow founders who are hustling and fighting for their companies & tackling these problems everyday. #bharat2.0 #agritech #ruralindia #startup #business #innovation

TiE, one of the proud partners of #StartupMahakumbh 2024, a three day event to take #India's quite robust #entrepreneurial ecosystem to the next level. Are you thinking of working with the Indian ecosystem or entering the Indian market Ping me a message! TiE UK North.

🥶 When the temperature in Odisha is 5°C, but the heat of innovation is at its peak! 🔥 I had the incredible opportunity to attend Navyug, an inspiring event on entrepreneurship and the startup ecosystem, organized by none other than Indian Institute of Management Sambalpur, one of India’s premier institutions. 🙌 The highlight of the event? A power-packed panel discussion featuring industry pioneers Bhavesh Kothari, Vinod Keni, Raghav Kanoria & Dr. Archit Somani. Each of them brought unique perspectives to the table, sharing actionable insights, stories of perseverance, and their vision for the future of startups in India. 🚀 The energy at Navyug was electrifying! It’s truly heartwarming to see how India’s startup ecosystem is evolving at an unprecedented pace. The contributions of every stakeholder – entrepreneurs, investors, mentors, and institutions – are playing a critical role in shaping this ecosystem into a global powerhouse. At 100xstartup, we’re thrilled to be part of this incredible journey. We remain committed to doing our bit in empowering founders and building a robust ecosystem. 💪✨ Oh, and while the temperature in Odisha is a chilly 5°C 🥶, the heat of innovation and passion at this event was absolutely off the charts! 🔥 #Entrepreneurship #StartupEcosystem #Navyug #IIMSambalpur #Innovation #100xStartup #IndiaStartups

🌟 Empowering Startups Beyond Capital 🌟 At Nanda Capital Holding , our vision extends far beyond providing funding. We believe in building enduring partnerships that help startups grow holistically. Through our collaboration with iStart and DoIT&C, we’re creating a robust ecosystem designed to nurture startups and guide them at every step of their journey. Our state-of-the-art incubator ecosystem offers: ✔️ Strategic mentoring and industry support ✔️ Access to industry networks ✔️ Tailored support in marketing, customer support, tech, distribution,finance, compliance etc ✔️ Support in scaling operations I had the privilege of sharing my insights on this during NDTV's Rising Rajasthan. It was an incredible platform to discuss how our initiatives are empowering startups to innovate and create a significant impact in their industries. At Nanda Capital, we’re not just investing in businesses; we’re investing in dreams, visions, and the future of entrepreneurship. Together, let’s shape a brighter future for startups in Rajasthan and beyond! And The Government of Rajasthan along with such strong team who is ready to execute every MOU on the ground with such zeal and passion with their support foster investor's interest in Rajasthan like never before. iStart Rajasthan Col Rajyavardhan Rathore Piyush Goyal Ajitabh Sharma, IAS Inderjeet Singh Amit Purohit Rising Rajasthan Rajasthan State Industrial Development and Investment Corporation Ltd. (RIICO) Nikita Jain #StartupIndia #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #RisingRajasthan #NandaCapital

Rising Rajasthan is round the corner and government is on its best efforts to meet with investors, stakeholders, businesses, corporates, startups, etc. to bring best opportunities of employement, revenue and industries in the state of Rajasthan. I am glad that i was the part of investor summit which was briefed by CM Bhajan Lal Sharma. Thanks to Government of Rajasthan for inviting stakeholders like us to get beneffited in best ways. #GovernmentofRajasthan #CIIRajasthan #RisingRajasthan

An #impressive #growth story! BigHaat India, an #agritech #startup, has shown remarkable progress, with its FY23 revenue skyrocketing to Rs 643 crore from Rs 120 crore in FY22. This fivefold increase is attributed to the company's focus on market linkages, which accounted for 92% of its gross revenue, reaching Rs 594 crore in FY23. BigHaat India leverages technology to revolutionize #agricultural practices, offering solutions to boost farmer productivity. Despite the revenue surge, BigHaat India's losses also rose significantly, from Rs 6 crore in FY22 to Rs 35 crore in FY23. This spike in losses reflects the #challenges associated with rapid scaling in the #competitive agritech landscape. The startup's procurement costs, its largest expense, surged to Rs 623 crore in FY23, constituting 92.5% of its total expenditure. BigHaat India's #strategic #investments in technology and market expansion are notable, highlighting its commitment to #innovation and #growth. The startup has raised $29 million in #funding and was valued at $58 million in its last funding round. #agritechnology #revenuegrowth #marketexpansion #technology #fundingnews #startupindia #startupinvestment #businessgrowth

GreenFortune, a Hyderabad-based startup, is changing how Indians think about windows and doors. Founded in 2022 by Dilip Kumar, an IIM Calcutta graduate and former BCG partner, the company has quickly become a leading name in the construction materials industry. What makes GreenFortune special? They create doors and windows specifically designed for India's climate. Instead of using foreign designs, they do their own research to make products that work better for Indian homes and cost less. The company started small with just two people, but got stronger when Dilip's wife Pratyusha Kosaraju joined as co-founder. Their attention to being honest with customers about materials and timelines has helped them grow through word-of-mouth recommendations. Their success speaks for itself: they've already made windows and doors covering 2 million square feet, serving homes, offices, government projects, and even temples. After raising $1 million in 2023, they're aiming big - targeting ₹250 crore revenue in the next two years. #moneymint #startupindia #construction #innovation #makeinindia #indianstartups #entrepreneurship #homedecor #startupstory #businesssuccess #iimalumni

Gujarat has been evaluated across seven Reform Areas that have a significant contribution towards propelling the startup ecosystem in the State. The State has shown remarkable performance through Institutional Support, Access to Market, Funding Support and Capacity Building for Enablers. The range of impact generated through Incubation Support and Fostering Innovation and Entrepreneurship is also noteworthy. Detailed analysis with insights into the initiatives taken by the State to promote its startup ecosystem are discussed in the subsequent sections. Chiranjiv Patel CMO Gujarat Shardul Patel Rajnikant Patel BHAVIK PATEL Rajan Patel Harsh Rajnikant Patel Anish Patil ANISH PATEL Apurv Patel Kenil Shah Priyank Shah Darshan Shah Dhimant Parekh Nitinkumar Parekh Aditi Parekh i-Hub Gujarat Bhaarath Sundar Startup India CA Manish Mish₹a Jaykumar Joshi Akanksh Joshi meenaa gheewaala Suniel Shetty Swarup Pandya Vipul Rawal Siddharth Vyas Devang Raja Kashyap Pandya Rachit Poddar Riya Gajjar Startup Mahakumbh Bhavesh Kothari Romal Shetty #STARTUP #STARTUPINDIA #FUNDRAISING #INVESMENT #BUSINESS #STARTUPNEWS #VIKSITBHARAT

Over the past 19 months, I have had the pleasure of representing iAccel GBI at several high-impact forums, including the Vibrant Gujarat Startup Conclave in Ahmedabad, Startup Mahakumbh , TiE Internet Day and more. These platforms have enabled us to position iACCEL GBI as a #global accelerator committed to enabling #startups to expand globally to Middle East with #Dubai (UAE) as a launchpad. This December, I am privileged to continue this journey at the Tie Global Summit 2024, scheduled from 9th to 12th December in #Bengaluru, India. iACCEL GBI is participating as of the Global Accelerators for startups With over 10,000 startups, #entrepreneurs, #investors, #VCs, and ecosystem enablers expected to attend, the TiE Global Summit 2024 is poised to be the largest entrepreneurial gathering of its kind, reinforcing #India's and Karnataka's prominence as global hubs of innovation and entrepreneurship. I am delighted to join an esteemed panel of distinguished leaders, including Yuna Natsumi Jose Jacob K Eske Bo Rosenberg Chandru Iyer Suresh U. Kumar Together, we will delve into critical topics such as Fostering innovation, Enabling market access and Building impactful partnerships. The discussion will also highlight the pivotal role of regional hubs like the #UAE in driving global entrepreneurial success and shaping the future of startups worldwide. If you are attending the summit, let’s meet and discuss how we can collaborate to accelerate growth in the #MENA region. TiE Bangalore  Madan Padaki Amit Gupta Ritu A Sharma  Priyank M KhargeMohandas Pai Vani Kola Kiran Vasireddy Startup Karnataka   Kalaari Capital Chiratae Ventures  STPI - Software Technology Parks of India JETRO Startup Dr. Vivek Mansingh Pankaj Gupta Hari Padmanabhan Bashar Kilani Sivarama Subramanian Karl Tlais Anishkaa Gehani Divya Bathija Shalabh Jakhetia

#Announcement : Maha Accelerator brings you, Third company of its Maiden cohort : INKARTO : A Tale of a prefect blend of Father’s Knowledge & Son’s Use of technology. #Congratulations Harsh Shah for being selected to be part of First #Growth Acceleration Cohort of Maha Accelerator. “ INKARTO’s story is #YOUNGBHARAT’s Story. An untouched ecosystem about to burst.” A #Startup from Tier 4 City like #Sangli, Maharashtra running a successful venture with over 80 employees without raising a single penny shows the tremendous potential. Companies like INKARTO makes us thrilled, excited to work with full throttle and support all those hidden gems who are screaming from all corners of small town cities of India. We are excited to be the best support system of Inkarto and such hidden Gems of India. Maharashtra State Innovation Society, TiE, JITO Angel Network (JAN), JITO INCUBATION & INNOVATION FOUNDATION, Indian Angel Network, nasscom, Confideration of Indian Industry, FICCI, STPI - Software Technology Parks of India, NSRCEL, Startup India, Invest India, MeitY Startup Hub, MeitY- nasscom Center of Excellence, Maharashtra Economic Development Council (MEDC) #Startup #Acceleration #BacktoBharat #VentureCapital #Investment #Support #StartupIndia