Startup

At 24, Prince Shukla returned to his Bihar village with plans on hold and a decision to make. What he started next is now shaping the way thousands of farmers grow, learn, and earn.

From scuba diving and learning new tech skills to exploring 20 countries, SeniorWorld is giving India’s seniors a vibrant second innings — filled with travel, learning, joy, and the freedom to live life exactly the way they want.

From Bengaluru, iGowise Mobility is changing urban transport with its self-balancing electric trike. Designed for safety, stability, and comfort, the trike empowers delivery workers, commuters, and micro-entrepreneurs to travel confidently even on India’s toughest streets.

Meet five farmers who turned surplus harvests into profitable ventures. From turmeric powder to jackfruit burgers and jamun products, they show how simple processing reduces waste and creates income.

What if furniture could grow, not be built? In Mumbai, architects Bhakti Loonawat and Suyash Sawant launched ‘Anomalia’ to turn mushrooms into consoles, blocks, and textiles — light, durable pieces that challenge how we think about design.

Founded by Navkaran Singh Bagga, Akvo Atmospheric Water Systems is a Kolkata-based startup creating clean drinking water from air. With over 100 million litres generated across 15 countries, it offers a sustainable alternative to groundwater, pipelines, and plastic bottles.

Bengaluru-based startup Clairco, founded by Aayush Jha, is converting commercial air-conditioners into air purifiers using low-drag nano filters and IoT monitoring. Their solution costs “a hundred times cheaper” than traditional systems and delivers clean indoor air in offices, malls and multiplexes.

Praan, Inc., a cleantech startup based in Mumbai founded by Angad Daryani, has built one of the world's most advanced air purification technologies.

Pooja Kaul’s startup Organiko turns donkey milk into sustainable skincare, empowering 150 families while rewriting the narrative of dignity and livelihood for India’s donkey owners.

Losing 80% mobility showed Soumita Basu how fashion excludes millions. Alongside her mother, she built ‘Zyenika’, an adaptive clothing brand restoring dignity and independence to disabled and elderly people through thoughtful, stylish design.