Top 10 Young Entrepreneurs In India In 2023

Innovation and Inspiration: Exploring the Remarkable Stories of India's Young Startup Mavericks
 
 Young Entrepreneurs

India's young entrepreneurs have positioned the country as a leader in thriving startups. With their ingenuity and dedication, they have achieved remarkable success and inspired others to follow their path. Discover their incredible journey and find inspiration within.

  1. Ritesh Agarwal

  2. Tilak Mehta 

  3. Trishneet Arora 

  4. Sreelakshmi Suresh 

  5. Akhilendra Sahu 

  6. Divya Gandotra Tandon 

  7. Farrhad Acidwalla

  8. Suumit Shah

  9. Advait Thakur

  10. Kavita Shukla

1. Ritesh Agarwal

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Ritesh Agarwal, an exceptional Indian entrepreneur, embarked on his journey at a remarkably young age of 17. In 2012, he established Oravel Stays, which later transformed into OYO rooms in 2013. Today, OYO stands as one of India's largest and most popular budget-friendly hotel franchises.

2. Tilak Mehta 

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Tilak Mehta, the youngest member of the Forbes panel, ventured into the logistics industry at a mere age of 13 with his company, Paper N Parcels. By collaborating with dabbawalas, who serve as delivery partners, the company specializes in transporting small parcels and papers throughout Mumbai. With an impressive track record of handling over 1200 parcels daily, the company has expanded its workforce to over 200 employees.

3. Trishneet Arora 

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Trishneet Arora, recognized as one of the country's youngest ethical hackers, is the esteemed CEO and founder of TAC Security Solution. At the age of 19 in 2013, he established TAC Security Solutions, a company dedicated to offering cyber protection and analysis services to corporations. Arora's remarkable achievements led to his inclusion in prestigious lists such as GQ Magazine's 50 Most Influential Young Indians and Forbes' 2018 Asia's 30 Under 30.

4. Sreelakshmi Suresh 

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Sreelakshmi Suresh, a prodigious entrepreneur, first gained attention at the age of 6 for her remarkable web design skills when she created a web portal for her school. Since then, she continued her journey and achieved the remarkable feat of becoming a CEO at the age of 11. In 2009, she founded her company, eDesign. Under her leadership, eDesign has successfully developed over 100 websites for a diverse range of clients.

5. Akhilendra Sahu 

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Akhilendra Sahu, the founder and CEO of ASTNT Technologies Pvt. Ltd., holds the distinction of being the youngest serial entrepreneur worldwide. Within a span of just two years since launching his initial company, he went on to establish several more ventures. These include Technical Next, ASTNT Media, ASTNT Newswire, ASTNT Hosting, StartUp199, and co-founding Scoop Beats Private Limited.

6. Divya Gandotra Tandon 

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Known by her fans as 'Tech Divya,' Divya Gandotra Tandon is a prominent YouTuber, co-founder (alongside Akhilendra Sahu), and director of Scoop Beats, a renowned news and media organization. Despite her young age of 19, she has established herself as a notable influencer in the realms of social media and technology, engaging in successful collaborations with esteemed brands such as Aquaconnect and Lazy Gardner.

7. Farrhad Acidwalla

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At the young age of 13, Farhad Acidwalla embarked on his entrepreneurial path by investing Rs 1000 to create an online community for aviation enthusiasts, which he later sold. With the proceeds, he went on to establish Rockstah Media, a thriving digital marketing and branding agency. His company's remarkable achievements earned him numerous accolades and notable invitations to CNN talk shows and TED talks.

8. Suumit Shah

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Suumit Shah, the CEO and Founder of Dukaan App, has revolutionized the eCommerce landscape for small local groceries. His platform empowers these businesses to establish their online presence by creating customized websites. Since its inception, millions of merchants have successfully utilized his app to sell their products online. Additionally, Shah recently established AdSigma, a company focused on advertising solutions.

9. Advait Thakur

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Advait Thakur, the founder and CEO of Apex Infosys, is a remarkable young entrepreneur making a significant impact on the world. His journey began by creating his first website at the tender age of 9, and by 17, he had already established his own IT company. Thakur's relentless drive and innovative mindset have transformed the digital landscape with pioneering solutions.

10. Kavita Shukla

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Kavita Shukla, the founder and CEO of The Freshglow Co., is the brilliant mind behind Freshpaper, an invention that has garnered significant recognition. With four patents to her name and an impressive accolade such as the INDEX Design to Improve Life Award, Shukla's ingenuity has made a profound impact. Freshpaper, utilizing disposable, recyclable, and biodegradable sheets to prolong the freshness of produce, has earned her a place on Forbes's 30 under 30 list and TIME Magazine's 5 Most Innovative Women in Food.

Conclusion

In conclusion, our compilation of 10 young Indian entrepreneurs who have established themselves in a highly competitive landscape comes to an end. With these talented individuals leading the way, India's future shines brightly, driven by their innovation and determination. Undoubtedly, we can anticipate the emergence of many more young entrepreneurs in the years to come, propelling India to even greater heights.