India’s AI startup ecosystem is evolving at an unprecedented pace, attracting attention from venture capitalists eager to back the next generation of technology-driven innovators. From early-stage founders building deep tech and enterprise solutions to AI-powered consumer platforms, venture capital leaders across India are actively shaping the trajectory of these high-growth startups. In this article, we spotlight some of the most influential VCs and principals driving AI investments, highlighting their focus areas, notable portfolio companies, and strategies for nurturing India’s emerging tech champions. These investors are not just funding startups—they are partnering with visionary founders to scale innovation globally.

  • Aarushi Khanna (Principal, Arka Ventures Labs): Aarushi Khanna, Principal at Arka Venture Labs, focuses on early-stage investments in SaaS, AI, and Deep Tech startups with global ambitions. Backed by her experience in M&A, corporate partnerships, and startup building, she plays a key role in identifying and nurturing high-potential founders. Under her leadership, Arka has backed innovative ventures like EnkryptAI, RagaAI, BosonQPsi, LyzrAI, and Catalyx Space. Aarushi continues to drive Arka’s mission of empowering India’s tech founders to scale globally.

 

  • Anirudh Jayagopal (Principal, Java Capital): Anirudh Jayagopal is Principal at Java Capital, a Bangalore-based early-stage VC focused on backing founders at idea and prototype stages. He works with startups in deep tech, climate tech, B2B SaaS and other frontier tech sectors, helping them achieve product-market fit and scale globally. Before this, he was involved with real estate acceleration (REAP) and venture associate roles, giving him hands-on experience in investment evaluation and growth strategies. At Java Capital, he contributes to the fund’s mission of making bold, outlier bets in deeptech and climate innovation, supporting “India for the world” type companies.

 

  • Ankit Prasad (Principal, Norwest): Ankit Prasad, Principal at Norwest Venture Partners, leads early-stage and growth investments across AI, consumer tech, fintech, and SaaS. With over 12 years of investing experience, he has backed companies like Amagi, Swiggy, Mensa Brands, and Xpressbees. An IIT Kharagpur and London Business School alumnus, Ankit brings global expertise from IFC, Société Générale, and Credit Suisse. At Norwest, he focuses on fueling innovation and scaling transformative Indian startups.

 

  • Ankur Dubey (Principal, Capria Ventures): Ankur Dubey, Principal at Capria Ventures, brings over a decade of venture investing and operating experience across tech, healthcare, and consumer sectors. Previously a Partner at J1 Capital, he has been part of investment teams behind two unicorns and multiple startups that have raised over $50 million. At Capria Ventures, he focuses on scaling portfolio companies and driving fundraising efforts in India.

 

  • Anush Prem (Principal, Inflexor Ventures): Anush Prem, Principal at Inflexor Ventures, brings a rare blend of deep technical expertise and entrepreneurial grit to venture investing. From founding and scaling his own tech venture to leading engineering teams across startups, he now channels his operator mindset into identifying and backing disruptive AI and deeptech innovations. At Inflexor, he focuses on empowering founders building scalable, technology-driven solutions.

 

  • Anvit Baliga (Principal, Venture Catalysts): Anvit Baliga, Principal at Venture Catalysts, spearheads early-stage investments across sectors including ReCommerce, AR/VR, Gaming, D2C, Health Tech, and B2B e-commerce. With a strong background in marketing, research, and leadership, he drives portfolio strategy, team building, and operational initiatives across three cities. Venture Catalysts focuses on nurturing startups from the ground up, supporting founders with funding, mentorship, and growth strategies. Their AI and tech-focused investments aim to accelerate innovation and scale promising early-stage ventures.

 

  • Apoorva Goyal (Principal, Insight Partners): Apoorva Goyal, Principal at Insight Partners, is a tech-focused investor passionate about partnering with daring founders to build high-growth fintech, internet, and software companies. With experience spanning ITC, Baring Private Equity Asia, and Fidelity Investments, he brings deep operational and investment expertise from Series A to pre-IPO stages. Apoorva thrives on working closely with founders across product, strategy, and finance, having backed companies like Yubi, FanCraze, Apna, and Xendit.

 

  • Dhanush Ram (Principal, Speciale Invest): Dhanush Ram, Principal at Speciale Invest, is an early-stage investor with a strong focus on technical founders and AI-driven startups. He has led/co-led investments in companies like Wingman, NeverInstall, and Airboxr, and is actively backing generative AI ventures such as Protecto.ai and Tursio. With a background as a full-stack developer and a former edtech entrepreneur, Dhanush combines technical expertise with venture acumen. At Speciale, he drives sourcing, investing, and portfolio growth across Enterprise SaaS and AI startups.

 

  • Dhruv Sane (Principal, Malpani Ventures): Dhruv Sane, Principal at Malpani Ventures, leads early-stage investments across sectors including software, healthcare, consumer, and fintech. A sector-agnostic investor, he focuses on backing innovation-led founders from seed to Series A, with a portfolio of 20+ startups such as Iyaso, Doco, and Nesa Medtech. A Chartered Accountant and CFA charter holder, Dhruv brings deep financial and analytical expertise from his previous roles at Lodha Capital and Deloitte.

 

  • Dhruvin Mehta (Principal, Pravega Ventures): Dhruvin Mehta, Principal at Pravega Ventures, brings deep expertise in corporate finance and cross-border investments, backed by stints at Investec and Lazard. A Chartered Accountant turned investor, he focuses on AI-driven vertical software, healthcare, and embedded systems across India and the US. His portfolio includes promising ventures like Constelli and Fluid Analytics.

 

  • Divyakshi Satija (Principal, Sadev Ventures): Divyakshi Satija, Principal at Sadev Ventures, brings extensive experience in venture capital and private equity fundraising with a focus on early and mid-market investments. At Sadev Ventures, she leads initiatives across sectors such as consumer, healthcare, and financial services, while closely tracking emerging technologies like AI. Known for her strategic acumen in origination, valuation, and execution, Divyakshi plays a pivotal role in identifying and supporting high-potential startups shaping India’s innovation landscape.

 

  • Gaurav Kothari (Principal, Prosus Ventures): Gaurav Kothari is a Principal at Prosus Ventures, based in Bengaluru, where he leads investments especially in AI-first or AI-enabled startups that solve real problems in India. He holds an MBA from the Indian School of Business and previously worked at places like Premji Invest and Samara Capital. Under his watch, Prosus has made bets in AI-led edtech (like Arivihan), developer tools, and dataset creation, favouring scalable, localized solutions rather than one-size-fits-all models. 

 

  • Harshal Gupta (Principal, Arali Ventures): Harshal Gupta, Principal at Arali Ventures, is a seed-stage venture capitalist focused on enterprise software, AI, and deep-tech innovation. With a background in product management at GreyOrange, he brings hands-on operational expertise to his investments. At Arali, he leads and manages early-stage deals in AI-driven enterprise solutions like Protecto, DeepMatrix, and Quash.

 

  • Hersh Gulati (Principal, RPSG Capital Ventures): Hersh Gulati is Principal at RPSG Capital Ventures, a consumer-focused early-stage VC fund backed by the RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group, based out of Gurugram.With over a decade of experience spanning investment banking and venture capital, he holds an MBA from Cambridge and is a qualified Chartered Accountant. Under his leadership, RPSG Capital invests in digitally native consumer brands, especially in Series A rounds, usually writing cheques of INR 10-40 crore. While not explicitly an “AI-only” fund, the firm has backed startups leveraging AI-driven technologies as part of its P&L and consumer insights strategies.

 

  • Ishan Mishra (Principal, ICICI Venture): Ishan Mishra is a Principal at ICICI Venture, one of India’s leading PE & VC firms managing hundreds of millions of dollars in assets. ICICI Venture invests across stages and sectors, with dedicated focus on early-growth companies in fintech, enterprise tech and consumer spaces. Under its IVen Amplifi fund, the firm targets post-Series A to early Series B rounds, aiming to build long-term strategic value.
    With Mishra on the team, ICICI Venture is well-positioned to back AI-enabled ventures that promise scalable tech and strong growth tailwinds in India’s digital economy.

 

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  • Karan Gupta (Principal, Auxano Capital): Karan Gupta, Principal at Auxano Capital, brings over a decade of entrepreneurial and investment experience to the firm’s mission of backing innovative founders across sectors, including AI. Under his leadership, Auxano Capital has emerged as a dynamic venture capital firm that combines strategic insight and legal acumen to help build resilient, scalable businesses. Known for its founder-first philosophy, the firm structures investments that thoughtfully balance risk and reward while nurturing sustainable long-term growth. Gupta and his team actively invest in disruptive technologies shaping the future of business and society.

 

  • Karan Keswani (Principal, Omnivore): Karan Keswani, Principal at Omnivore, backs visionary entrepreneurs who are reshaping India’s rural and supply-chain ecosystems — especially those innovating in consumer brands, climate action, and financial services. He seeks startups that drive climate resilience, transform how goods move from farm to table, and expand financial inclusion in hard-to-reach geographies. With Omnivore’s deep roots in agri-finance and rural markets, his investment focus combines sustainable impact with scalable business models. Emerging AI-powered solutions that amplify these objectives are of particular interest: tools that predict, optimize, or democratize access across agriculture, rural finance, and supply chains.

 

  • Kaustubh Kumar (Senior Principal, Gaja Capital): Kaustubh Kumar is Senior Principal at Gaja Capital, bringing 8 years of buy-side investment experience with a sharp focus on tech, IT services, and related sectors.jBefore Gaja, he honed his skills at Creador Advisors and Goldman Sachs Asset Management. A graduate of IIM Ahmedabad (MBA) and University College London (BSc Maths), he leads deals in high-velocity platforms like Leadsquared among others. Under his leadership, Gaja Capital invests in emerging growth businesses and AI/tech-enabled transformation with a long-term value creation mindset. 

 

  • Keerat Singh Sethi (Principal, Antler India): Keerat Singh Sethi is Principal at Antler India, a global early-stage VC that’s making major bets on AI and emerging tech. Through its maiden India fund (USD 75M), Antler backs founders from Day Zero, helping them build teams, sharpen ideas, and scale fast. Its AI Residency program offers full-support, perks and rapid investment decisions, with 40% of its recent portfolio focused on true AI innovation. Antler India is now scaling up—planning to deploy USD 25M in 2025 across 50 startups, continuing its push in AI, deeptech, fintech and climate.

 

  • Keshav Bagri (Principal, Riverwalk Holdings): Keshav Bagri, Principal at Riverwalk Holdings, leads investments in early-growth tech startups across AI, SaaS, Fintech, and B2B marketplaces. With experience at Bertelsmann India Investments, Acumen Fund, and Goldman Sachs, he brings strong institutional and strategic expertise. He has backed notable startups like Vymo, Lendingkart, and AgroStar. At Riverwalk, Keshav focuses on scaling AI-driven ventures shaping India’s tech ecosystem.

 

  • Kishore Kumar D (Principal, StartupXseed Ventures LLP): Kishore Kumar D is the Principal at StartupXseed Ventures LLP, where he leads investments in early-stage startups, particularly in the AI and deep-tech sectors. With a strong foundation in technology and venture capital, he focuses on identifying high-potential founders and helping them scale through strategic guidance and hands-on support. Passionate about innovation-driven growth, Kishore plays a key role in shaping StartupXseed’s vision of building the next generation of AI-led ventures.

 

  • Kshitij Jayakrishnan (QED Investors,Principal): Kshitij Jayakrishnan is a Principal at QED Investors, specializing in early and growth-stage fintech investments across India and the broader APAC region. With over a decade of experience, he previously co-led fintech, crypto, and gaming investments at Elevation Capital, contributing to over 20 investments in areas like credit cards, SME financing, and wealth management. At QED, he collaborates with Sandeep Patil to support ambitious founders navigating regulatory and market complexities to build enduring, category-defining businesses.

 

  • Kushal Agarwal ( B Capital Group, Principal): B Capital Group, led by Principal Kushal Agarwal, is a dynamic venture capital firm investing in high-growth technology and AI-driven startups across Asia Pacific. With a strong focus on consumer internet, B2B marketplaces, software, and fintech, the firm backs companies shaping the future of innovation. Kushal, also an Executive Director at Goldman Sachs Asset Management, brings deep expertise from years in private equity and board-level guidance. Their portfolio includes notable names like Blackbuck and Fabhotels, reflecting a commitment to transformative growth.

 

  • Madhvi Gupta(IAN Group,Vice President & Principal):  IAN Alpha Fund, led by Madhvi Gupta, is a dynamic early-stage venture capital firm investing ₹5–28 Cr in Pre-Series A to Pre-Series B startups. With a focus on AI SaaS, HealthTech, BioTech, CleanTech, D2C, and DeepTech, the fund backs bold founders driving India’s innovation globally. Leveraging Gupta’s CA and MBA expertise, IAN Alpha blends financial rigor with visionary support, having mentored 30+ founders and evaluated over 5,000 startups. The firm is committed to nurturing capital-efficient, mission-driven businesses shaping the future.

 

  • Mahesh Kumar(Rebright Partners (India-active),Principal): Mahesh Kumar is a Principal at Rebright Partners, an Asia-focused early-stage venture capital firm. He leads the firm’s investment strategy in India, focusing on sectors such as artificial intelligence, deep tech, fintech, and healthcare . Prior to joining Rebright Partners in 2025, Mahesh was a key member of the Sony Innovation Fund, where he spent over four years shaping the fund’s India portfolio. An alumnus of IIT Madras, Mahesh earned his master’s in computer engineering, specializing in Natural Language Processing. Outside of venture capital, he is an avid long-distance runner, an enthusiastic reader, and a keen badminton player.

 

  • Maneesh Menon (Principal, Eight Roads Ventures): Maneesh Menon, Principal at Eight Roads Ventures, brings a sharp analytical lens shaped by his experience at Bain & Company and Nvidia. Since joining Eight Roads’ Technology team in 2020, he has focused on identifying transformative tech opportunities in India’s dynamic ecosystem. Deeply motivated by continuous learning, Maneesh remains particularly excited about innovations reshaping consumer retail. His approach blends empathy, adaptability, and a keen eye for emerging AI-driven trends.

 

  • Nandan Venkatachalam (Principal, Axilor Ventures): Nandan Venkatachalam is a Principal at Axilor Ventures, where he leads B2B investments across Enterprise Tech, SaaS (domestic and global), B2B Marketplaces, Supply Chain, Logistics, and B2B Fintech. Before joining Axilor, he worked in Investment Banking at Mosaic Capital, focusing on Technology, Industrial, and Healthcare sectors, and earlier at JP Morgan in Corporate & Investment Banking. He holds an Advanced Diploma in Finance from the University of Cambridge, a Business Management degree from Bangalore University, and investment certifications from the Chartered Institute for Securities and Investments, London. Nandan specializes in early-stage technology investing, particularly in enterprise tech, fintech, and B2B marketplaces.

 

  • Navendu Sharma (Principal, Peak XV Partners): Navendu Sharma is a Principal at Peak XV Partners, where he focuses on early-stage investments in sectors such as financial services, application software, and consumer internet. He brings a founder-centric approach, emphasizing traits like authenticity and adaptability in entrepreneurs. Sharma has been instrumental in backing AI-driven startups like Wobot, Dashverse, and WizCommerce, reflecting Peak XV’s commitment to advancing artificial intelligence across industries.

 

  • Navjeet Kumar (Principal, Pentathlon Ventures): Navjeet Kumar, Principal at Pentathlon Ventures, drives early-stage investments in cutting-edge technology startups, with a strong focus on AI and deep tech. An IIT Bombay dual-degree graduate in Aerospace Engineering, he brings hands-on experience in AI and robotics. At Pentathlon, he supports portfolio companies through capital, expertise, and ecosystem access. Notable investments include Tripeur (acquired by Navan), DeepTek, Shopse, Spyne, and Rezolve.

 

  • Neha Sureka (Principal, CVC Capital Partners): Neha Sureka is a Principal at CVC Capital Partners, based in Mumbai, where she focuses on operations and growth initiatives. Since joining in 2022, she has brought deep expertise in scaling businesses from her prior roles at Aditya Birla Finance and Bharti Airtel. Neha also has a background in management consulting with McKinsey & Company. She holds a Master’s in Management Studies from JBIMS and a Computer Science degree from the University of Mumbai.

 

  • Niranjan Rath (Principal, Stride Ventures):  Niranjan Rathi, Principal at Stride Ventures, focuses on investments across D2C, Fintech, Healthcare, and AI-driven startups. With a strong foundation in finance and strategy from Bajaj Finserv and Gromor Finance, he brings over three years of experience in venture and listed equity. A Chartered Accountant and MBA from IMT Ghaziabad, Niranjan evaluates opportunities in B2B, consumer, and fintech sectors. At Stride Ventures, he plays a key role in identifying high-potential early-stage ventures shaping India’s startup ecosystem.

 

  • Nitin Govindan (Principal, Tanglin Venture Partners): Nitin Govindan is a Principal at Tanglin Venture Partners, focusing on Series A and B investments across India and Southeast Asia. He backs high-potential startups across consumer, enterprise, and frontier tech sectors, including PocketFM, Credgenics, and Greenjets. With a keen eye for AI-driven innovation, his portfolio spans emerging technologies transforming industries. Nitin’s investments reflect Tanglin’s strategy of combining growth-stage support with sectoral expertise.

 

  • Pooja Parmar (Principal, Equanimity Ventures): Pooja Parmar, Principal at Equanimity Ventures, leverages her rich startup operating experience to guide early-stage companies in scaling effectively. With a background at Housing and PwC, she brings deep operational insights and strategic guidance to portfolio startups. At Equanimity Ventures, she focuses on identifying and nurturing high-potential AI and tech-driven ventures. Her hands-on approach helps founders navigate growth challenges while accelerating innovation.

 

  • Prem Shanth (Principal, a99 VC): Prem Shanth, Principal at a99 VC, brings over five years of experience spanning investment banking, strategy, and sales enablement. At a99 VC, he drives deal sourcing and execution, leveraging deep analytical and finance expertise to support startups across sectors, including AI. Known for his strategic insight, he manages end-to-end investments, ensuring smooth collaboration with stakeholders. Outside finance, he is a trained musician, holding a Grade 8 Rock & Pop certification from Trinity College, London, blending creativity with his professional acumen.

 

  • Rachit Sharma (Principal, Pontaq – UK–India Cross-Border): Rachit Sharma serves as Principal at Pontaq, a UK-India cross-border venture capital firm. With a background in business analysis and a focus on cross-border payments, he helps startups navigate complex decisions to find optimal solutions. Pontaq specializes in sectors like AI, AgriTech, HealthTech, and FinTech, leveraging its platform to accelerate growth and enhance value for portfolio companies.

 

  • Radhika Subramanian (Principal, Bain Capital): Radhika Subramanian is a Principal at Bain Capital, where she has been part of the Asia Pacific Private Equity team since 2015, focusing on Consumer and Financial & Business Services investments. Before Bain, she was a consultant at McKinsey & Company, advising clients across financial services, healthcare, and industrials. Radhika began her career in business finance at Wockhardt. A rank-holding Chartered Accountant from ICAI, she also holds a BCom from the University of Mumbai.

 

  • Rahul Saha (Principal, Tomorrow Capital): Rahul Saha, Principal at Tomorrow Capital, drives early-stage investments in India’s next big consumer and AI-enabled brands. With experience in luxury real estate and edtech startups, he brings expertise in sales strategy, product launches, and P&L management. Tomorrow Capital, a USD 100 Mn fund, partners closely with founders, providing capital and hands-on support in branding, distribution, and organization building. The fund focuses on Interiors, Home Improvement, Education, F&B, Retail, Health & Wellness, and AI-powered consumer solutions.

 

  • Riddhi Daftary (Principal, Celesta Capital): Riddhi Daftary, Principal at Celesta Capital, brings over a decade of experience in venture and growth-stage investing across emerging markets. She has a strong track record in sourcing, structuring, and scaling high-impact investments, working closely with founders to drive sustainable growth. With a background spanning private equity, banking, and consulting, Riddhi combines deep financial expertise with operational insights. At Celesta, she focuses on supporting deep-tech and AI companies poised to redefine industries and shape future paradigms.

 

  • Rishabh Katiyar (Principal, Info Edge Ventures): Rishabh Katiyar is a Principal at Info Edge Ventures, part of the founding team that launched the fund in 2019. He has led and co-led investments across AI, SaaS, consumer tech, fintech, edtech, and B2B/B2C e-commerce, including Aftershoot AI, Rumik AI, Dotpe, and Matiks. Rishabh also manages key legacy investments from Info Edge’s balance sheet, such as Adda247 and Shipsy. Known for his focus on early-stage tech and AI-driven startups, he actively shapes the fund’s growth and portfolio strategy.

 

  • Saksham Pant (Principal, BEENEXT): Saksham Pant, Principal at BEENEXT, drives the firm’s investment initiatives in India, with a keen focus on early-stage startups in sectors including consumer tech, deep tech, edtech, and SaaS. Beginning his career as an ASIC Hardware Engineer at Nvidia, he later honed multi-functional expertise at Uber across supply growth, pricing, and product launches. Post-MBA from IIM Lucknow, Saksham transitioned into venture capital with Athera Venture Partners before joining BEENEXT. His technical and operational background uniquely positions him to identify and nurture high-potential AI and technology-driven ventures.

 

  • Saniya Chawla (Principal, Nexus Venture Partners): Saniya Chawla is a Principal at Nexus Venture Partners, leading M&A, corporate development, and strategic initiatives. She advises startups across India and the U.S. on fundraising, capital markets, and growth strategies. With over a decade of experience in corporate development, investment banking, and startup operations, Saniya has played a pivotal role in scaling companies like Innovaccer. She holds an MBA from IIM Ahmedabad and a Bachelor’s in Computer Science from VIT, Vellore.

 

  • Shivam Rajvanshi (Principal, Together): Shivam Rajvanshi, Principal at Together, is an early-stage AI investor partnering with founders across the US-India corridor to build generational businesses. A former management consultant and social entrepreneur, he brings experience in business incubation and fundraising across Southeast Asia. An IIM Calcutta alum with a B.Tech from Delhi College of Engineering, Shivam is passionate about learning, adventure, and exploring the world. Together’s AI portfolio includes Composio, Confido, Emergent, Metaforms, Spry, and several other promising startups.

 

  • Shruti Jain (Principal, Xeed Ventures): Shruti Jain, Principal at Xeed Ventures, is a seasoned investment professional with extensive experience across VC, PE, and investment banking. Armed with an MBA from NUS Business School and a Chartered Accountant qualification, she has been recognized with the Private Equity Scholarship Award. At Xeed Ventures, she actively invests in and partners with visionary founders leveraging technology, including AI, to solve problems at scale. The firm focuses on a founder-first approach, backing startups from Pre-seed to Series A.

 

  • Siddharth Dhankhar (Principal, Lightbox): Siddharth Dhankhar, Principal at Lightbox, brings over a decade of experience spanning startups, MNCs, non-profits, and venture capital. Known for backing transformative founders across LATAM, MENA, Africa, South Asia, and Southeast Asia, he focuses on sectors like health, education, logistics, commerce, and fintech. At Lightbox, he drives investment strategy, deal sourcing, and portfolio growth while mentoring founders on scaling with technology and data. A BITS Pilani graduate and Ironman 70.3 finisher, Siddharth blends a give-first mindset with a passion for innovation.

 

  • Swati Murarka (Principal, Bertelsmann India Investments): Swati Murarka is a Principal at Bertelsmann India Investments, where she focuses on backing passionate founders who are transforming industries with innovative solutions. She brings extensive experience from her previous roles at Athera Venture Partners (formerly Inventus India), RBL Bank, Royal Bank of Scotland, and Barclays. An MBA from IIM Bangalore and a B.E. from BITS Pilani, Swati combines deep operational insight with a global perspective to support startups in scaling into category-defining leaders. She is known for partnering closely with founders, providing long-term strategic guidance and growth support.

 

  • Urmil Shah (Principal, Entrepreneurs First): Urmil Shah is a Principal at Entrepreneurs First in Bangalore, leading the Graduate Talent Investing team to identify and back exceptional individuals pre-team and pre-idea. He co-founded Carnot Technologies, an automotive IoT startup acquired by Mahindra, and played a key role in building Swiggy’s food and grocery businesses. Urmil began his career at Bain & Company and is a Mechanical Engineering graduate from IIT Bombay.

 

  • Varun Varma (Principal, Fireside Ventures): Varun Varma, Principal at Fireside Ventures, brings a blend of tech, finance, and hands-on startup experience to the AI investment landscape. With a foundation from Bloomberg and Avanti Learning Centers, he understands both global markets and the nuances of India’s Bharat consumer. At Lightbox, he sharpened his skills in supporting founders on fundraising, storytelling, and brand building. A University of Michigan alumnus in Computer Science Engineering, Varun now focuses on identifying emerging AI investment themes and backing early-stage innovators.

 

  • Vipul Arora (Principal, YourNest Venture Capital): Vipul Arora, Principal at YourNest Venture Capital, leads the firm’s Portfolio and Investments division, driving growth across deep-tech and AI-led startups. With over eight years of experience spanning due diligence, financial analysis, and venture investing, he brings a strong analytical and strategic lens to early-stage investments. Before joining YourNest in 2012, Vipul worked with Ernst & Young and Aadhar Securities. An MBA in Finance & International Business and a CFA, he plays a key role in shaping YourNest’s investment thesis in emerging technologies.

 

Conclusion:

As India’s AI ecosystem continues to expand, these venture capitalists play a pivotal role in transforming innovative ideas into scalable businesses. By combining deep technical expertise, strategic insight, and hands-on support, they are enabling founders to navigate challenges, accelerate growth, and create global impact. Their investments are not only shaping the future of AI in India but also reinforcing the country’s position as a hub for cutting-edge technology and entrepreneurship. For startups and investors alike, this is just the beginning of an exciting journey in the AI revolution.

–Authored and edited by Sandhya Bharti

Disclaimer

The selection process involves rigorous evaluation but is based on subjective criteria, which may lead to variations. Parameters include industry influence, reputation, experience, contributions, education, accolades, and followership. While comprehensive assessments may not capture every aspect of a candidate’s profile. Selection does not imply endorsement or guarantee future performance. Feedback is welcome for improvement.