IIT Madras is the undisputed leader in India's deep tech ecosystem. Its Incubation Cell has supported 500+ startups valued at over ₹50,000 Crores ($6 Billion).
Role: Providing the Science, Patents, and Technical Validation.
Started in 2016, UIV is an award-winning early-stage VC fund with a track record of identifying category creators. With deep engineering DNA, UIV has managed 3 successful funds with top-decile performance.
Role: Providing Capital Discipline, GTM Strategy, and Exits.
Managing Partner, UIV
35+ years in Media & VC (Zee, Times of India).
Chairman, IITM Incubation Cell
Co-Founder of Sify.
Senior Advisor, UIV
25+ years in global tech consulting.
Managing Partner, UIV
Pioneer of angel investing in India (Mumbai Angels).
Group CEO, IIT Madras Research Park
Leading Deep Tech incubation.
Venture Partner
IITM Alumnus. 30+ years scaling product at Meta, Google, & Stripe.
Investment Committee Member
IITM alumnus, global tech entrepreneur, on the board of national financial institutions.