He beneficiaries Proposals include Pamawel, a plant-based, non-steroidal, FDA-approved pain relief formula targeting menstrual pain; Mars, a virtual workstation that removes hardware limitations and offers affordable solutions for makers and builders in AI and no-code spaces; Oh! Nuts, a premium, healthy nut-based snack designed for the growing Indian consumer market; Pawsible Foods, a sustainable, plant-based pet food using Kavaka mycoprotein; and RNT Health Insights – AI-assisted diagnostic software for gastrointestinal cancer detection.
Other startups that have received grants from WTFund include Biocompute, an affordable DNA data storage chip that revolutionizes data center efficiency; CallPrep, an AI-powered B2B SaaS for sales preparation, integrating LinkedIn, CRM, and purchase intent data; Urban Animal, India’s first dog DNA testing service, redefining pet care; and Pixa AI, an AI-enhanced plush companion, merging the toy and companion markets with AI.
The 15 recipients were unveiled by Kamath on September 4 at an event attended by the country’s most influential figures including Jeet Adani, Ananya Birla, Nithin Kamath, Jay Kotak, Shashwat Goenka and Kishore Biyani, among many others.
The fund, which is designed to empower entrepreneurs under the age of 25, was officially launched at the event.
Addressing the attendees, Nikhil Kamath said, “Entrepreneurs are ageless – you can create the next big thing whether you are 25 or 80. But let’s face it – energy, drive and boldness often come more easily when you are young. We are deeply passionate about fostering this spirit in India’s youth under the age of 25. We are looking for the smartest, coolest young people who dare to start something big – and we found our 15. But this is just the beginning.
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“From our dream of funding 9 companies today to helping 9,000 startups one day, we are committed to building an India that is not afraid to take risks and step out of our comfort zone. The next decade belongs to India and will be driven by those who choose to build their own dreams instead of helping someone else realize theirs. Feel like you’re not doing enough? Screw your day job. Start something. All the resources you need are at your fingertips.”
WTFund offers up to Rs 20 lakh in non-equity grants, allowing founders to retain full ownership of their ventures. In addition to financial support, recipients gain access to mentorship from industry leaders, legal and accounting assistance, and strategic partnerships with top companies. These resources are designed to equip Young entrepreneurs with the tools and connections they need to scale their businesses and make a lasting impact in their respective industries.
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