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Ideabaaz, the integrated marketplace connecting startups and investors, was officially launched at the National Stock Exchange of India (NSE).
The launch was graced by Ashishkumar Chauhan, MD & CEO of NSE, along with business leaders, investing seniors, innovators and dignitaries.
The platform is complemented by a first-of-its-kind entrepreneurial reality show that will air globally on Zee TV and stream worldwide on Zee 5. The show will be hosted actor Pratik Gandhi. IIT Madras is Knowledge Partner and Turbo Start is Strategic Partner for Ideabaaz.
Speaking on the occasion, Chauhan said: “NSE has always been a catalyst in India’s growth journey. By hosting the launch of Ideabaaz, we reaffirm our commitment to nurturing the entrepreneurial spirit of the country. We look forward to the day when many startups born on this platform will stand here, ringing the bell as listed companies.”
Commenting on the show, Punit Goenka, CEO, Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd., added: “As the pioneers of entertainment, we at ‘Z’ continue to believe in the unmatched power of culturally rooted storytelling that stems from the heart of Bharat. We are proud to present ‘Ideabaaz’ that brings alive the unheard stories of India’s start-ups into every household. In order to further fuel the innovative spirit of our Nation, we are leveraging the strength and reach of our linear and digital platforms to build scale and inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs by giving them a robust platform to showcase Bharat’s start-up economy.”
Said Jeet Wagh, Founder & CEO of Ideabaaz: “Our mission is simple—to bridge the gap between startups and investors, while providing the tools and ecosystem support required to scale. Ideabaaz is India’s apna startup manch, where every dream has a chance to find its wings.”
Added Mudith Kumar, Co-Founder & COO of Ideabaaz: “We are building an ecosystem that is inclusive, transparent, and future-ready. By combining capital access, mentorship, and visibility, Ideabaaz aims to fuel India’s startup revolution.”
The investing titans who will power the Ideabaaz journey include:
Rishabh Mariwala – Managing Partner, Sharrp Ventures
Anupam Bansal – Executive Director, Liberty Shoes
Shaili Chopra – Founder, SheThePeople and Gytree
Arjun Vaidya – Partner, V3 Ventures and Founder, Dr. Vaidya’s
Archana Jahangir – General Partner, Rukam Capital
Jimmy Mistry – CMD, Della Group
Sandesh Sharda – Serial Investor and Venture Capitalist, Washington DC
Simran Mohapatra – Partner, Turbo Start
Pawan Jaggi – Founder, Genisys Group and Global Director, Turbo Start
Priyanka Salot – Co-Founder, The Sleep Company
Added Raj Nayak, Mentor, Investor & Chief Curator of Ideabaaz:
“India’s startup revolution is no longer confined to metros-it belongs to every young dreamer in every town and city. With Ideabaaz, we are building an inclusive ecosystem that celebrates innovation, gives wings to ideas, and fuels India’s economy. This is not just a show, but a movement to make entrepreneurship part of our national culture.”
