essay on young achievers of india

Achievers don’t have any age, they have the will to do things. The young achievers in India qualify as achievers with their sheer talent and hard work. Seeing the passion in today’s young mind, nobody will be shocked to come across people who have reached great heights before turning 20. Many such young achievers in India have reached milestones when the night was turning into day. The world is developing, technology is growing and so is the young generation. Today’s youth is turning smarter at a rapid pace and grabbing the best opportunities that life provides them. There is something about the way they look towards life. For some of them, it is not about enjoying the childhood or the teen years, it is so much more. At a very tender age, they visualize changing the world. They believe in doing things they have never done before. They have faith in their ideas, and in themselves. That faith is what drives them to work towards every little dream they have. Young achievers in India are not born with everything magical, it is the result of their effort, ideas, and faith that makes them successful. While their friends and classmates were busy complaining about numerous things or probably stuck in the virtual world of nothingness, they took inspiration to be different. Being like everybody else never creates uniqueness after all! Several young achievers in India have done extraordinary things and made not only their family but also the country proud.

Here is a list of all such young achievers who have done more than their age and deserve the appreciation for all their efforts.

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Aashika Bhatia is yet another popular Indian child actress. She started getting the limelight after her show Meera in 2009, which aired on the channel NDTV Imagine. After that, she was seen in shows like Parvarish – Kuch Khatte Kuch Meethi and in Gumrah too. She is currently seen in serials like Kuch Rang Pyaar Ke Aise Bhi and Ek Shringar Swabhiman. She made her acting debut in films with Prem Ratan Dhan Payo.

Acoustic Singh , Singer, 17

Jairaj Kabir Singh Manchanda that is Acoustic Singh is a seventeen-year-old YouTube singing sensation from Guwahati. He has about 175,107 subscribers, which he acquired in just 11 months. He was a semifinalist at the Sa-Re-Ga-Ma-Pa Little Champs when he was only 10. Today, he and his covers on YouTube are adored by millions. He has more than 3.2 million views on his cover of Channa Mereya song and is the youngest person to have such huge fan base from the country. This star had to make it into our list of young achievers in India.

Ajey Nagar , YouTuber, 18

Popularly known as Carry Minati, Ajay Nager is an Indian YouTuber, who is famous for his rants on his channel. He began gaining fame after he started posting videos on Roasting BB ki Vines, I want a girl and so on. He is known for his humorous take on existing YouTubers and other normal incidents. He has more than 2.6 million subscribers and more than 300+ million views on his videos, which brings him to this list of young achievers in India.

Anand Gangadharan & Mohak Bhalla , creators of Walkie Mobi Chargers.

This pair of friends redefined the mobile charging technique used till now. They implemented the law of energy and created a mobile charger from shoes. Walkie Mobi Chargers apply the law of energy which states that energy can be transferred from one form to another. Their charger can charge up to 40% in thirty minutes, which is more than the usual 25%. With their creative minds, these young achievers in India are now trying to come up with simpler designs and are expecting some financial support for this innovative idea.

Angad Daryani , creator of first 3D printers in India, 19

Angad Daryani is the young teen who is the creator of India’s first very own 3D printer. He is a school dropout, but his knowledge and skill is superior to other students. At the age of eight, he built his own robot, and after that continued his learning from YouTube. At the age of 13, he started creating his own versions of RepRap 3D printer. He is now working on its modified version and wishes to share it with other makers in India. Having done so much at 19 definitely qualifies him to our list of young achievers in India.

Anushka Sen , an Indian child actress, 15

Anushka Sen is a popular Indian child actress who is known for her role in Baal veer as Meher. She has also been starred in other sitcoms like Devon Ke Dev… Mahadev, Haar jeet, Amrit Manthan, fear files and Yahan Main Ghar Ghar Kheli. She is one of those rare young achievers in India with a funny bone at such a young age. She has appeared in several comedy shows and has also been a part of the movie Crazy Cukkad Family.

Avneet Kaur , actress and dancer, 16

One of our well known young achievers in India, Avneeet Kaur is a sixteen-year-old firebomb from Punjab. She’s is already a famous face on the Indian Television. Beginning her career as a dancer from the Zee Television’s Dance India Dance Lil Masters, Avneet Kaur has also participated in Dance Ke Superstars and later in Colors Television’s celebrity reality show, Jhalak Dikhla Jaa. She made her acting debut in Life OK’s drama series, Meri Maa in 2012. She was later a part of several series like Tedhe Hain Par Mere Hain, Savitri, Ek Mutthi Aasmaan, Hamari Sister Didi, and Chandra Nandini. She also appeared as herself in ZeeQ’s news bulletin The Weekly Rap. She also played the character of Rani Mukherjee’s niece in Mardaani and has appeared in many advertisements, like clinic plus, maggie, lifebuoy handwash.

Bhavya Gandhi , Actor, 20

Bhavya Gandhi is an Indian child artist, who appeared in the Sab TV’s popular sitcom Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashma from 2008 to 2017. He had also played the lead child role in the Hindi movie Striker in 2010. He made his debut in Gujarati films through the movie Pappa Tamne Nai Sanjay, which was released on 25 August 2017. For his role in Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashma, he has won several awards like Indian Telly Awards (Twice), Zee Gold Award (Twice), Sabke Anokhe Awards and Nickelodeon Kids Choice Award. And so he makes it to our list of young achievers in India. For his role in Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashma, he has won several awards like Indian Telly Awards (Twice), Zee Gold Award (Twice), Sabke Anokhe Awards and Nickelodeon Kids Choice Award.

Kautilya Pandit , a young genius, 10

Known as the Google Boy, Kautilya Pandit is too intelligent for a ten-year-old. He garnered fame at a mere age of five years when he acquired intelligence in several subjects. He was awarded a scholarship from the Haryana government and also hosted the KBC show with the veteran actor Amitabh Bachchan on the occasion of Children’s Day in 2013. He has an IQ of 130 points, which is surprisingly more than the children of his age. He has been awarded titles like “Bal Manishi” and several other awards that include the honour from the Spiritual Guru Shree Shree Dadi Gulzar of Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual University. Kautilya is one of our genius young achievers in India and we’re so proud!

Maithili Thakur , Playback Singer, 17

Maithili Thakur born in 2000, is an Indian Classical playback singer and 1st Runner-up of Indian TV Reality Singing Competition Rising Star which was Aired on ColorsTV. One of the most talented young achievers in India, Maithili makes it to this list without a doubt. She launched her own album 2 years ago called Ya Rabb which added to her popularity. Maithili is seen trying new forms of her talent on her YouTube channel. And with the speed that she’s going, we’re sure she will be a classic rockstar very soon.

Melita Tessy , author of the book “Battle of the Spheres”, 16

At the mere age of fifteen, when people of her age were busy understanding metaphors and characterization in a book, this young woman wrote a book itself. Melita Tessy is a Chennai born and brought up girl, who started writing at the age of thirteen for her debut novel and by fifteen, she gifted the universe her thoughts, spirit, and soul in the form of her debut novel, “Battle of the Spheres.” It is a book that is full of adventure and gives out a message to be stronger. Melita is one of our creative, geeky and young achievers in India.

Prithvi Shaw , A Cricketer, Captain of Indian U-19s Team Captain, 18

Prithvi Shaw is an 18-year old Indian cricketer from Thane in Maharashtra. He is one of only young achievers in India who made it as the captain of the Indian under-19s cricket team and won the 2018 world cup. Having scored a century in his debut matches of Ranji trophy and Dileep trophy, he equaled Sachin Tendulkar’s record. He also established a national record in November 2013 by scoring 546 runs out of 330 balls when he was playing for Rizvi Springfield in a Harris Shield match and currently that score is 4th highest score by any batsman in any form at the organised games. Looking at his cricket graph, one can easily see his potential to reach the highest level possible.

Priyanka Paul , artist, 17

She is one of the artists and is more than one of the young achievers in India. Through her artwork, Priyanka Paul is trying to break the age-old prejudices associated with women. Instead of crowning female counterparts, she tries to show them as fierce and more realistic. She has won hearts over Instagram by creating artwork that shows women’s beauty beyond the normal definition of beautiful. She wants to voice for all those women who have faced oppression and who are suffering because of not falling into the age-old beauty definition. She aims to make every woman feel good about themselves and to show the world that every form of the body is beautiful.

Rajvee Gandhi , Musically star, 19

Rajvee Gandhi, a nineteen-year-old from Mumbai, is a well known Indian face on Musically. She posted a musically video while skydiving in 2017 and now holds a strong fan base of about 230,000+ fans on Musically. She is one of those young achievers in India who is known for her amazing fashion sense. She owns a blog and writes about fashion and changing trends and has a huge fan following because of her unique taste and great talent.

Shravan and Sanjay Kumaran , App developers, Founders of GoDimensions App Development Company.

This self-learned brothers pair has achieved a lot at a very young age. They founded an app development company in 2012 and named it GoDimensions. They started coding at a young age and launched their first application, “Catch me Cop,” in 2012. These young achievers in India have also created their own virtual device and named it GoVR. Along with that, they have also created GoSheet, which is the thinnest and lightest Tablet computer in the world. They aim to spread their applications worldwide and wish to even share their profits with the underprivileged children. They truly are intelligent and kind at the same time.

Shubman Gill , A Cricketer, Vice Captain of Indian U-19s Team, 18

Shubhman Gill is yet another one of the young achievers in India from the world of cricket. Born in Fazilka, Punjab, Gill chose to make his career in cricket as opposed to farming which his father did. He made first-class debuts in the Ranji trophy as well as Vijay Hazare trophy. He was the top scorer in the 2017-18 Under-19 batting and bowling averages. He was the man of the series in the tournament and is believed to be the rising star by the International Cricket Council. He was bought by Kolkata Knight Riders in the 2018 IPL auction.

Shubham Jaglan , Golf player, 13

Shubham Jaglan, a thirteen-year-old from the Israna village of Haryana, is believed to be the Golf prodigy of India. Starting his career at an early age of ten, he already has bagged numerous awards. He has won the 2013 World Masters of Junior Golf, 2015 Junior World Golf Championships, and 2016 European Junior Championship. He is also the recipient of NDTV Emerging Player award and Margdarshan Award. Now how can you not include this champion in the list of young achievers in India.

Siddharth Nigam , actor, 18

Zaira Wasim , Actress, 17

Zaira Wasim is a seventeen-year-old Indian child actress who played her debut role of Geeta Phogat in the movie Dangal. She won the National Film Award for Best Supporting Actress for her brilliant acting. She later appeared as a headstrong aspiring singer in the musical drama, Secret Superstar, for which she won the Filmfare Critics Award for Best Actress. One of the young achievers in India who was also honored by the President, Ram Nath Kovind at a ceremony in New Delhi with National Child Award for Exceptional Achievement.

Zubin Damania , Co-founder, Sharp Spider, 19

Zubin is the co-founded a company called Sharp Spider that specializes in Search Engine Optimization, conversion rate optimization, reputation management, and web development. He started his career with sumHR , and went on to form his company. He is one of the brightest minds and young achievers in India to look forward to in the field of marketing.

[ The above list is in alphabetical order. The details mentioned have been gathered by primary and secondary research on online platforms. In case of any discrepancies, please drop a mail at  [email protected] ]

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Young heroes of India: Inspiring stories of grit

India today  brought together six young indians, young heroes who should inspire an entire generation..

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As India enters the 69th year of its Independence, India Today is celebrating with inspirational heroes. Indian citizens who typify the great Indian dream, the dream of an equal, free and inclusive society.

India is a young country as 65 per cent of country's population is under the age of 35. Which is why India Today has brought together six young Indians, young heroes who should inspire an entire generation.

Here they reveal their inspiring story of grit in conversation with India Today Group Consulting Editor Rajdeep Sardesai.

Tapas Bhardwaj : The 18-year-old student of DPS RK Puram scored 91.4 per cent marks in CBSE 12th Board exams and emerged amongst the toppers in his school where he studied with normal children. Bhardwaj is now preparing to become a law graduate.

Tapas, who has no vision in both his eyes since birth, appeared for the exams with the help of a scribe and scored 457 of the total 500 marks .

"I believe that at every point of time there is a challenge and we need to overcome it. We should not succumb to circumstances. There should be a desire, determination, direction, decision and then we will surely reach the destination," says Bhardwaj, who has also topped in the law college entrance test.

Apart from studying what keeps this topper student engaged. The guy is a gadget freak. "I love to have all latest electric gadgets. I want the top most gadgets available in the market," Tapas says.

Ira Singhal : The 31-year-old UPSC topper is the first physically challenged woman to top the civil services exam in the general category.

When asked what message she has for the young India, Singhal said that she is glad of the fact that her success has got people thinking. "Getting this rank isn't my achievement. For me the achievement will come when I get into the field and change things," she says.

"I wish my country to be free. Free from prejudice. Stop letting the world judge," she adds.

And what's the change that she wants to bring in? "The mindset of people in our country needs to change. People are judged for little things. People make perceptions about others based on what they see. No body goes into the depth. No body explores people's potential," she says.

Ira topped civil services in her fourth attempt and when asked if she ever felt of giving up, the reply was, "I wanted to work with people directly and it was very clear in my mind. I was very clear what I wanted out of life."

Shubham Jaglan: This kid is all of 10 but his feats are certainly big. Jaglan, a son of a milkman from rural Haryana, created history by winning the Junior World Golf title in Las Vegas recently.

Many describe him India's answer to Tiger Woods but this golf prodigy has plans and the talent to write a new history in the sport. He has already won over 100 tournaments.

What is the secret formula of his super success at such a young age? The reply from this ever-smiling young man was short and simple,"Nothing, just work hard. That's the only key to success. There are no shortcuts."

Jaglan started playing golf when he was just 5. and when asked what attracted him towards this sport, Jaglan says," I am from a wrestling family but grandfather was the one who took me towards golf and from the first day I just loved it."

Kiran Kanojia : She comes from Faridabad and is an IT engineer. Kanojia lost left leg while battling thieves in a train in 2011. But the tragedy has not stopped her from pursuing her career. She a marathon runner and India's only female 'blade runner'.

Despite losing a leg in an unfortunate incident, Kanojia went on to become an IT engineer. Where did this courage come from? Kanojia says, " The incident happened just before my birthday. I was in the hospital for six months recuperating. I was physically and mentally depressed. One day, I fell down in the bathroom. I was in severe pain. The doctor told me that there are surgical pins in the amputated leg and you can't run. This was day when I decided that I will run no matter what."

"My father has been my biggest inspiration. When am low, he's always there for me," Kanojia says.

Brijesh Saroj : A son of daily wager Saroj comes from Pratapgarh, Uttar Praesh. He scored 410th rank in IIT-JEE and is currently studying electronics and electrical communication from IIT. Notably, his brother Raju secured 167th rank in IIT-JEE.

Despite adversities, Brijesh and his brother cleared what is considered to be one of most difficult exams in the world. What is his success formula?

"My father used to tell us how badly the society treats an illiterate. He worked as a daily wage earner in Surat and whenever travelled on train from Surat to Pratapgarh he noticed how others behaved with people like him. He felt it was important that my kids study otherwise they will have to face the same humiliation like me," Brijesh says.

"My teacher in the village used to tell him eat a meal less but make sure that your kids study," he adds. "My father and mother were not even aware what IIT means. When IIT-JEE results were announced they only knew that my sons have succeeded in achieving something good," Brijesh says highlighting the importance of his feat.

Talking about his dream, Brijesh adds," I want that no kid from my village, district and country becomes a Chotu or a Pinku at the roadside dhabas. I have already started working towards achieving this aim. I have adopted 10 children. I want child labour free India."

Anand Arnold : This 28-year-old man from Ludhiana is India's first wheelchair body builder. Arnold suffered a life threatening spinal cancer at the age of 15 but he didn't allow the disease to dissuade him in anyway. He has won 3 Mr. India titles, 12 Mr. Punjab titles and 27 other body building titles.

When did he started body building. " After my operation I was very depressed. I didn't show it my mother, who was already suffering because of my disease. My coach then motivated me to take up body building," says the man with 20-inch biceps.

"I want to inspire people through my struggle," Arnold adds. Published By: AtMigration Published On: Aug 14, 2015 --- ENDS ---

15 Inspiring Young Entrepreneurs In India That You Need To Know About

Young Entrepreneurs In India: India has traditionally been a hub for successful entrepreneurs , with many young people demonstrating their aptitude and potential. Young businesspeople are becoming more prevalent in India, and many are well-known domestically and internationally. The Economic Survey Report 2022 – 2023, states that Indian startups have risen from 452 in 2016 to 84,012 in 2022.

This article will discuss top young entrepreneurs in India, their backgrounds, and their contributions to the business world.

List of Top 15 Young Entrepreneurs in India Who Have Excellent Business Acumen

Learn about the top 15 successful young entrepreneurs in India in the list provided below:

1. Shravan and Sanjay Kumaran

Brothers Shravan and Sanjay Kumaran together developed a free gaming application named Catch Me Cop, which is available in the Apple Store. They are both among the youngest entrepreneurs in India who developed an application and own a business. At just 10 years old, they came under the category of young entrepreneurs in India under 18.

Both the brothers had a keen interest in coding, and they made coding their hobby. To date, they have made 11 gaming applications, out of which 7 are available on the Apple Store and 3 are in the Google Play Store. These applications have over 36,000 downloads in over 60 countries, and they are even increasing day by day.

Successfully, these brothers have launched many apps, and they are even the owners of a company called GoDimensions. Shravan and Sanjay Kumaran are not only two of the youngest CEOs in India, but they have also given presentations at IIM Bangalore and the TedX conference.

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2. Sreelakshmi Suresh – Founder of eDesign Technologies 

Sreelakshmi Suresh is one of the young successful entrepreneurs in India. Sreelakshmi is the creator of eDesign Technologies. Suresh was just eight when she began her career in 2012 with her business, eDesign Technologies, which provides web design and other associated services. Suresh has received numerous honours and distinctions for her business abilities, including the Guinness World Record for the youngest web designer. Suresh is one of India’s most remarkable young entrepreneurs, thanks to her drive and passion. She is also one of the top young entrepreneurs under 18 who made it big.

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3. Utkarsh Kawatra – Founder of myHQ

Utkarsh Kawatra is the CEO and co-founder of myHQ, a startup that offers affordable co-working spaces in India . He has a master’s degree in M.Tech from the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi. He started myHQ in the year 2016 and is responsible for the overall strategy and growth of the company, which has raised funding from prominent investors. He has been featured in several media outlets for his entrepreneurial journey and vision for the future of workspaces in India. 

Utkarsh is a visionary young entrepreneur of India who is passionate about providing startups, freelancers, and small businesses in India access to affordable and well-designed co-working spaces . Under his leadership, myHQ has a pan-India presence. He is one of the recent successful entrepreneurs in India who continues to foster his company.

4. Ritesh Agarwal – Founder of OYO Rooms 

Ritesh Agarwal, the founder of OYO Rooms, is a young and accomplished entrepreneur in India. Starting his career at 17, he swiftly climbed the ranks to become the CEO of OYO Rooms by age 23. OYO Rooms has transformed the inexpensive hotel industry in India with an impressive presence of over 43,000 properties spread across more than 800 cities. Agarwal’s unwavering determination and visionary approach have propelled OYO Rooms to become one of India’s most prosperous start-ups today.

5. Trishneet Arora – Founder of TAC Security 

In 2013, Trishneet Arora, a young businessman in India, and a well-known player in the cybersecurity sector, established himself as the creator of TAC Security. TAC Security offers both enterprises and governments cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions. TAC Security has risen to become one of India’s leading cybersecurity organisations thanks to Arora’s distinctive approach and in-depth understanding of cybersecurity. Arora has won various accolades and recognition for his persistent dedication to his career, including being included on Forbes’ 30 Under 30 Asia list in 2018.

6. Tilak Mehta – Creator of Papers N Parcels 

Young entrepreneur in India Tilak Mehta, the creator of Papers N Parcels, has established himself in the logistics sector. Mehta began his career in 2015 with Papers N Parcels, a logistics and courier agency that provides various services, such as document and package transportation and specialised logistical solutions. One of the fastest-growing logistics firms in India, Papers N Parcels, has benefited from Mehta’s creative thinking and emphasis on technology. Mehta received numerous honours for his commitment to his job, including inclusion on the Forbes 30 under 30 Asia list in 2018.

7. Bhavish Aggarwal – Founder of Ola 

Bhavish Aggarwal is a co-founder of Ola, one of India’s biggest ride-hailing startups. Aggarwal began his journey in 2010 with Ola, which began in Mumbai as a taxi aggregator. Ola is now present in more than 250 cities across India, Australia, New Zealand, and the UK. Ola has become one of India’s most well-known and dependable ride-hailing services thanks to Aggarwal’s emphasis on technology and innovation. 

8. Divya Gandotra Tandon- Director of Scoop Beats Pvt Ltd

Divya Gandotra Tandon is a highly accomplished and driven Indian young entrepreneur. Divya has made waves across multiple industries as the Director of Scoop Beats Pvt Ltd. It is a media powerhouse offering a diverse suite of services, such as talent management, event coordination, public relations, social media management, and brand development.

Tandon is at the forefront of innovation. With a keen eye for spotting talent and representing some of the most prominent names in entertainment, she has become an exemplar for aspiring women entrepreneurs in India and around the world everywhere. Her journey is a testament to what can be achieved with perseverance and an unwavering commitment to excellence. She is also one of the young entrepreneurs in India under 20.

9. Kunal Shah – Founder of CRED 

Kunal Shah is a prominent figure in the Indian startup scene. He founded CRED, a credit card payment management platform, in 2018. But his entrepreneurial journey began much earlier, in 2000, with FreeCharge, which Snapdeal eventually acquired. With over 5 million users on the platform, CRED has disrupted India’s traditional way of managing credit card payments. Shah’s unique vision and innovative approach have propelled CRED to become one of India’s most successful start-ups. He is one of the top young entrepreneurs in India under 30.

10. Farrhad Acidwalla – Founder of Rockstah Media 

Young business man in India, Farrhad Acidwalla, who founded Rockstah Media, is well-known in the field of digital marketing. Rockstah Media, a digital marketing firm that provides a variety of services, such as social media marketing, search engine optimisation, and website design, is where Acidwalla began his career in 2010. One of the top digital marketing firms in India is now Rockstah Media, thanks to Acidwalla’s creative strategy and emphasis on technology. Acidwalla won numerous accolades, including a spot on the Forbes 30 under 30 Asia list in 2015. 

11. Kavita Shukla – Founder of The FRESHGLOW Co. 

With her business, The FRESHGLOW Co., famous young entrepreneur in India, Kavita Shukla has made an enduring impression on the health and wellness sector. The FRESHGLOW Co., which was founded in 2006, has been selling a variety of goods that support health and well-being, including FreshPaper, a ground-breaking item that keeps food fresh for longer periods of time.

The FRESHGLOW Co. is one of India’s most sought-after companies in the health and wellness industry, thanks to Shukla’s creative thinking and uncompromising dedication to sustainability. Several awards have been given in recognition of her achievements, including a place on Forbes’ 2016 list of the 30 under 30 in Asia.

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12. Byju Raveendran – Founder of BYJU

BYJU’S creator, Byju Raveendran, is one of India’s most successful entrepreneurs. BYJU’S, an ed-tech firm that provides various educational products and services, including online tutoring and learning programs, is where Raveendran began his career in 2011. With more than 80 million users, BYJU’s has completely transformed the Indian educational landscape. It has become one of the most prosperous start-ups in India thanks to Raveendran’s vision and creative thinking. Due to Raveendran’s commitment to his job, he received numerous honors and recognition, including inclusion on the Forbes 30 under 30 Asia list in 2016.

13. Nikhil Kamath – Co-founder of Zerodha

An Indian businessman named Nikhil Kamath is a co-founder of Zerodha, one of the country’s biggest retail stockbroking platforms. Born in 1986, Kamath has significantly contributed to the transformation of the internet trading industry by offering creative and reasonably priced solutions. His love of technology and finance inspired him to create Zerodha in 2010, which aims to democratize the financial markets by providing commission-free trading. In the Indian business sector, Kamath is well-known for his financial inclusion and entrepreneurial zeal. He continues to influence the direction of online trading in India as a leading person in the fintech industry.

14. Ankur Warikoo – Co-founder of Nearbuy

Indian businessman Ankur Warikoo is a co-founder of Nearbuy, a local commerce platform that links customers with companies providing a range of services, offers, and experiences. Warikoo was born in 1982 and has completed degrees from the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) in Bangalore and Michigan State University. He obtained expertise working with well-known organizations like Accenture and Rocket Internet before co-founding Nearbuy. Particularly in the areas of local commerce and online marketplaces, Warikoo is well-known for his contributions to the Indian startup ecosystem. The expansion and success of Nearbuy have been greatly attributed to his leadership.

15. Shradha Sharma – Founder of YourStory

Indian businesswoman Shradha Sharma is the creator of YourStory, a well-known media outlet that highlights and covers the experiences of startups and entrepreneurs. Shradha Sharma was born in 1980 and has experience in journalism, having worked for prestigious magazines such as CNBC TV18 and The Times of India. She started YourStory in 2008 intending to showcase the experiences, difficulties, and triumphs of Indian entrepreneurs. YourStory, which provides insights, motivation, and a forum for entrepreneurs to tell their tales, has grown into a significant participant in the startup ecosystem under her direction. Sharma has gained notoriety in the Indian business sector for her dedication to highlighting and supporting entrepreneurship.

FAQs on Recent Entrepreneurs in India

Here are some frequently asked questions on new entrepreneurs in India:

How did young entrepreneurs succeed at such a young age? These young entrepreneurs achieved success through their innovative ideas, hard work, perseverance, and willingness to take risks. They identified a need in the market and came up with creative solutions to address them. 

What are some notable achievements of young entrepreneurs? These young entrepreneurs have achieved remarkable success in their respective fields. They have been featured in various prestigious publications, received numerous awards and recognition, and have been listed on Forbes’ 30 under 30 Asia list. 

What challenges have young entrepreneurs faced along the way? These young entrepreneurs have faced a range of challenges, including funding issues, competition, lack of resources, and skepticism from investors. However, they persevered through these challenges and found creative ways to overcome them. 

How have young entrepreneurs impacted the Indian economy? These young entrepreneurs have created innovative solutions that have contributed to the growth of the Indian economy. Their businesses have created jobs, increased productivity, and stimulated innovation. 

What lessons can aspiring entrepreneurs learn from young entrepreneurs? Aspiring entrepreneurs can learn valuable lessons from these young entrepreneurs, including the importance of perseverance, creativity, and innovation. They can also learn the importance of staying focused on their goals, taking calculated risks, and never giving up on their dreams.

Who is the youngest entrepreneur in India? The youngest businessman in India is Tilak Mehta who founded the company “Paper N Parcels” at the age of 13. It drives inspiration from the Mumbai Dabbawalas who efficiently perform deliveries. His company is dedicated towards providing swift and cost-effective deliveries and other logistic services. Today, his venture has an annual turnover of Rs. 100 crore.

Who is world’s youngest web designer? Sreelakshmi Suresh is world’s youngest web designer who started her company “eDesign Technologies” at the age of 8.

Who is the first woman entrepreneur of India? Kalpana Saroj, the CEO of Kamani Tubes is considered to be the first woman entrepreneur of India. Her story is inspirational as she was a Dalit who married young, suffered physical abuse, dropped out from school and against all odds, became a Multi Millionaire. Currently, she owns assets worth $112 million.

Who is India’s youngest CEO? India’s youngest CEOs are Shravan and Sanjay Kumaran who founded their company “GoDimensions” at the age of 8 and 10 respectively. They are India’s youngest co-founders as well as CEOs.

Who are the top 10 young entrepreneurs in India ? The top 10 young entrepreneurs in India are as follows:

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• Tilak Mehta
• Shravan and Sanjay Kumaran
• Ritesh Agarwal
• Peyush Bansal
• Trishneet Arora
• Divya Gandotra Tandon
• Nikhil Kamath
• Byju Raveendran
• Kavita Shukla

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These 10 Indian Achievers Have Proved That You’re Never Too Young To Make It Big

Ten years ago, if you were to tell your parents that you wanted to branch out on your own or were considering sports as a career, they would have told you to wait and “give it some time.” Age was not just a number, and starting out early was not only met with resistance but also doubts about your capabilities. 

The truth, though, is that you don’t need to cross an age threshold to prove that you have what it takes to be successful. All you require is steely determination and endless imagination to fuel your creativity. If you need further reassurance, just look at these 10 Indian achievers who prove that you can never be too young to make it big.  

1. Sakshi Malik

You have to have been living under a rock to not know who Sakshi Malik is. At just 24 years of age, Sakshi recently became the first Indian female wrestler to win a medal at the Olympics by bagging the bronze at Rio 2016, and also the fourth female medalist from the country. However, we had already received previews of her caliber when she made her mark by bagging the silver medal at the 2014 Commonwealth Games and the bronze at the 2015 Asian Wrestling Championships.  

2. Anuja Chauhan

How does being the mind behind one of the catchiest ad slogans in the country sound? Meet Anuja Chauhan, who started at one of India’s premier advertising agencies at the age of 23 and in the coming years coined some of India’s most iconic catchphrases, such “Yeh Dil Mange More”, “Tedha Hai Par Mera Hai” and “Be A Little Dillogical.” By 33, she was one of the youngest vice-presidents in the history of the agency.

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3. Mary Kom

“Magnificent Mary” brought India Olympic honor during the 2012 Olympics, but Kom’s determination had already made her a topic of pride for Indians long before then. A five-time World Amateur Boxing Champion, Mary is the only female to have bagged a medal in each of the world’s six major boxing championships. Family, politics, passion, she could teach us a thing or two about balancing life.

4. Nikhil Joseph

Hey, budding entrepreneurs, Nikhil Joseph is definitely a man who you should look up to. A mechanical engineer with a passion for photography, he co-founded The Postbox, a product design company, at the age of 24. Using Instagram as a promotional tool and despite facing hurdles because of his age and limited experience, Nikhil’s tireless efforts have established The Postbox as a household name and a beacon to keep indie art alive.

5. Puneet Dalmia

The MD of Dalmia Cement Ltd, Puneet is a lesson in humility and diligence. In his own words, when he joined the family business to handle marketing, his initial recommendations were turned down, which made him realize that being the scion of a booming business did not mean that he was entitled to anything. It was through sheer patience, humility, and perseverance that he made himself worthy of the title of Managing Director.

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6. Kaveri Lalchand

Kaveri Lalchand’s fashion studio, K Clothing, had a very personalized start. Since she couldn’t find clothes that fit her, she started making her own from curtains and fabrics she had lying around at home. What was only a passion soon turned into a trend when people noticed her flair for style, and in 2011, soon after the debut of her brand, she managed to sell 270 of the 300 pieces that she had displayed at an exhibition in Mumbai.

7. Meghna Pant

All those who aspire to use the pen as their sword in the near future should take a page out of Meghna Pant’s diary. Not only has she been credited with abridging the world’s longest epic, Mahabharata, but her debut novel, One and a Half Wife, also went into multiple reprints and won her the Muse India Writing Award in her late twenties.

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8. Abhiraj Bhal

If you recently called for a plumber to fix a broken pipe in your house or found a last minute photographer for your cousin’s birthday party, chances are you know of UrbanClap and its founder, Abhiraj Bhal. Almuni of IIT Kanpur, Abhiraj and his partner, Varun, have already made their mark on the market by simplifying urban India’s most basic needs: local services.

9. Ritesh Malik 

A doctor, entrepreneur, and investor, Ritesh Malik has quite the knack for multitasking. At just 26 years old, he has invested in and is mentoring more than 25 startups to foster the entrepreneurial scenario in India. Not only have his efforts been highly successful but he was also listed under the “Forbes 30 Under 30 Finance & Venture Capital List – Asia” in 2016. 

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10. Shaili Chopra

The founder of two successful startups, She The People and Golfing Indian, Shaili Chopra held the fort at ET NOW as a business news anchor for years before anticipating the rise of the digital wave and taking up entrepreneurship. At 35, she is one of the youngest and most eminent journalists of India. Counted among the 50 most influential women in the country, her 15 years of experience in the field is marked by a long and successful stint as the lead anchor of ET NOW, an admirable live coverage of the 26/11 attacks, and awards for Best TV Anchor and Best TV English Reporter. 

If you’re thinking of following in these pioneers’ footsteps and need some valuable advice, stop by at the Young Makers Summit in New Delhi on September 21st, 2016. A free-for-all ‘unconference’, Young Makers will give you a chance to come face to face with achievers from the fields of business, art, culture, economics and more. Apart from this, the vibrant and intellectual platform will also look at proactive solutions to intermediate and long-term issues that young entrepreneurs face in their careers. 

Register here to become a part of this interactive, educational and inspirational dialogue. 

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“Dear future generations: Please accept our apologies. We were rolling drunk on petroleum,” widely acclaimed novelist Kurt Vonnegut once wrote, quite presciently.  Our present generation realised early that the time to take the reins of our future is now. For far too long we’ve faced complacent replies from world leaders, non-communal policy changes and a myopic environmental vision that believes in guzzling as many fossil fuels as we can. For these young inventors and eco crusaders, substantive action on the ground matters. Most of them have pledged to dedicate their lives to causes they believe in, and in some cases, these causes are also inextricably linked to their survival. 

Zoe Kothari, 18  

A member of UWC Adriatic, Kothari started her project aimed for disabled communities after a road accident left her with physical, neurological and psychological trauma. Through ZIAI, an AI bot she created, Kothari aims to build a resource for the differently-abled community by helping users apply for accessible jobs, create inclusive institutions, learn about laws that protect disabled citizens , and work with able-bodied individuals to make them better allies. The AI is accompanied by an information page, where you can interactively work on making inclusive language a habit, read about supporting disabled loved ones, see data on ableism, and more.

Hina Saifi, 19

Working with NGOs within her village in Meerut, Saifi started to work on climate awareness after noting a lack of environmental awareness in her polluted village of Sisosla. From campaigning for solar-powered solutions to mobilising local communities to tackle air pollution through public campaigns, call for action and pamphlets, Saifi has also been associated with the 100% Uttar Pradesh Campaign and The Climate Agenda since 2018.

Garvita Gulhati, 16  

Famously called the “Water Girl of India” by CNN and the Jal Shakti Ministry, Gulhati started her youth-led organization focused on water conservation after  learning that over 14 million litres of water is wasted every year in the country by just the empty cups that diners leave at restaurants. In 2015 she founded Why Waste?, which so far has worked with over 5 lakh restaurants, 10 million people and prevented over 6 million litres of water from being wasted.

Neha Shivaji Naikwade, 27  

One of India's few environment-oriented data scientists , Naikwade used her skill set to help launch over 140 green startups. She is a mechanical engineer by training and co-founder of Parvaah, a youth-cell that works toward zero-waste initiatives. She has worked extensively on policy making and CSR initiatives through her corporate work and experience as a Policy in Action Fellow at Young Leaders for Active Citizenship (YLAC).

Medha Priya, 23   

An NID graduate, Priya is an architect who works through sustainable infrastructure development to optimise the relationship between people, buildings and the environment. Using renewable energy and creating building designed with a consideration for the environment that are non-toxic, ethical and sustainable, she has been a part of the award-winning team which designed the 200-acre college campus of IIM Visakhapatnam that was rated 5-stars on GRIHA, the highest rating for green buildings in India. 

Shruti Shibulal, 36

CEO and Director of Tamara Leisure Experiences, a responsible hospitality group that aligns itself with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, Shibulal was also recently appointed a Young Global Leader (YGL) by the World Economic Forum. Here, she is currently serving as a co-lead on one of the work streams within their Global Future Council on Sustainable Tourism to advise on practices that will inform the establishment of responsible travel.

Anushka Prakash, 17  

A class 11th student at the Welham Girls School in Dehradun, Prakash created her eponymous Project Prakash, an online experience that provides free learning opportunities to children in rural India. Her mission to make education accessible is powered by an AI bot that functions like a mentor to children. She is also launching the Project Prakash website as a free, open-source, educational platform which can be personalised and used by schools in rural India.

Anisha Bhatia, 14

The Mumbai-based Bhatia is the head of Communications at The Period Society (TPS), a youth-led non-profit organisation that launched in 2019. With the female founders team, Bhatia is working towards ending menstrual stigma within India via education, distribution and advocacy. 

Kriti Tula, 33  

A trained apparel designer and design manager, Tula has worked in the global apparel industry for more than 10 years. Through her brand Doodlage, her aim is to create India's first global, sustainable and affordable fashion brand , focussing on reselling, repairing and upcycling while including ethically-made, recycled fabrics. 

Sneha Shahi, 21  

A conservationist affiliated with UNEP’s Plastic Tide Turner Campaign, Shahi has worked with the Centre for Environment Education on water policies and climate change and has led a stream restoration program for conservation of urban rivers and its diversity with an emphasis on Mugger Crocodiles.

Berjis Driver, 27

Driver worked as an urban consultant to secure India’s oldest and first Green SEZ in Kandla, Gujarat. In 2020, he was selected as one of five national recipients of the Water Seeker’s Fellowship. At present, he is working in the NGO Waatavaran where he is helping to prepare a pilot People’s Biodiversity Register.

Soumya Ranjan Biswal, 24  

Actively involved in wildlife conservation activities with a focus on the protection of Olive Ridley Sea turtles, Biswal has organised and participated in almost 230 beach clean-ups till date. He also continues to work with governments, NGOs in this field, including youth volunteers across Odisha to restore wildlife and encourage long term wildlife management.

Archana Soreng, 25  

Belonging to the Khadia Tribe of the Sundergarh district of Odisha, Soreng’s focus has been on preserving and promoting the traditional knowledge and practices of the Adivasi and forest-dwelling communities. She was recently selected as one of the seven members of the UN Secretary General's Youth Advisory Group on Climate Change and is a member of YOUNGO, the official children and youth vertical of the UNFCCC.

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