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CollegeDekho is India's largest college discovery and enrollment platform, founded in 2015 by Ruchir Arora, Saurabh Jain, and Rohit Saha. The company addresses the challenges faced by millions of students in India, particularly first-generation learners, who often lack access to professional guidance in selecting colleges and career paths. With over 54,000 colleges in the country, CollegeDekho aims to reduce the stress associated with higher education by providing free professional college and career counseling. The platform offers comprehensive information on more than 35,000 colleges, courses, and examinations, facilitating informed decision-making for approximately 4.7 million students annually. CollegeDekho has delivered counseling to over 12 million students and has enabled enrollments for more than 200,000 individuals. Its innovative Common Application Form allows students to apply to over 2,000 colleges simultaneously, streamlining the application process. Additionally, CollegeDekho Assured focuses on enhancing employability by providing industry-relevant skills alongside traditional degree programs. Through its efforts, CollegeDekho seeks to bridge the gap between education and employment in a rapidly changing job market.

uHoo Limited specializes in indoor air quality sensors that monitor and manage the air individuals breathe, helping to enhance health and well-being. Incorporated in 2014 and based in Shatin, Hong Kong, the company’s device tracks nine air quality parameters, including temperature, airborne chemicals, humidity, and carbon dioxide levels. Users can access this information through a connected mobile application, which provides personalized alerts and insights to promote healthier indoor environments. By facilitating awareness of air quality, uHoo empowers users to take action to improve their home and office conditions, contributing to sustainability and decarbonization efforts.

Udaan is a B2B e-commerce platform based in India that connects businesses with suppliers across various sectors, including FMCG, pharmaceuticals, and staples. It aims to address core trade challenges faced by small, medium, and large enterprises by providing a centralized platform for buying and selling goods. Udaan facilitates direct connections between clients, allowing them to negotiate better deals while ensuring secure payment processes and efficient logistics. The platform also supports small businesses by offering financial products tailored to their needs, thereby enhancing their operational capabilities and market reach.

Eekifoods has developed a unique, proprietary vegetable-growing technology that enables the production of completely residue-free Indian and exotic vegetables. Its innovative approach allows to offer high-quality produce at near-market prices while maintaining profitability. By leveraging advanced farming techniques, we ensure that ourvegetables are grown sustainably and safely, providing consumers with fresh, healthy options.

AmberStudent is a leading long-term accommodation booking platform specifically designed for students, offering a streamlined process for finding and securing housing near universities worldwide. It addresses common challenges faced by students, such as complex paperwork and payment issues, by providing a user-friendly platform with over one million listed housing units across more than 80 cities and 400 universities. Serving over four million students annually, AmberStudent simplifies the search for various types of accommodations, including furnished rooms, studios, and flats, while ensuring proper background verification. The platform operates without the need for a local credit score or offline payment methods, making it accessible and affordable for students. With a current gross bookings value run-rate of $500 million, AmberStudent aims to reach $1 billion by 2024, solidifying its position as the largest and fastest-growing student housing platform globally.

Namdev Finvest operates a non-banking finance platform that focuses on providing loans primarily to rural and semi-urban agriculture, as well as to the priority sector. The company offers a variety of financial products, including commercial vehicle loans, car loans, business loans, two-wheeler loans, and gold loans. By targeting unserved and unreached farmers and entrepreneurs, Namdev Finvest aims to enhance their financial access and improve their livelihoods.

Groyyo is a B2B manufacturing and automation startup focused on transforming the manufacturing sector. The company leverages artificial intelligence, advanced technology, and industry expertise to enhance transparency, compliance, and quality in manufacturing processes. By offering low minimum order sizes, rapid turnaround times, and competitive pricing, Groyyo aims to empower micro-manufacturers and facilitate their access to global sourcing. The company's innovative approach is designed to make factories larger, faster, smarter, and more cost-effective, ultimately helping businesses grow and expand their operations across South Asia and beyond.

LoanTap is an online lending platform that focuses on providing flexible loan products specifically tailored for salaried professionals. The company aims to innovate within the traditional loan sector by offering customizable financial solutions that cater to the needs of millennials. By leveraging technology, LoanTap enhances the flexibility of its loan offerings without increasing costs, ensuring a seamless user experience. Its platform allows users to select from a variety of custom-made loan products, enabling them to secure hassle-free financial assistance with ease.

Celcius Logistics Solutions is a cold-chain marketplace startup focused on connecting shippers and transporters to minimize wastage of perishable and temperature-sensitive goods. The company offers a platform that enables transporters and manufacturers to efficiently book vehicle loads and cold storage space. Users can monitor the entire logistics network from their desktop or mobile devices, ensuring a longer shelf life for their products. Celcius aims to streamline the cold-chain process, enhancing efficiency and reliability in the transportation of sensitive items.