India’s Big Startup Moment: Ideabaaz Launches at NSE, Connecting Dreamers with Investors!
Big news for Bharat’s budding entrepreneurs! Ideabaaz, India’s first-ever integrated startup-investor marketplace, has officially launched, and there is no better place than the National Stock Exchange (NSE) in Mumbai.
The star-studded launch event was led by Shri Ashishkumar Chauhan, MD & CEO of NSE, and saw top business leaders, investors, and innovators in attendance.
So, Why NSE? Because every great startup dreams of someday ringing that iconic bell, and Ideabaaz wants to help them get there!
This platform is all about bridging the gap between brilliant ideas and big money. Whether you’re a small-town dreamer or a tech wizard from the metros, Ideabaaz is your chance to connect with real investors, gain real mentorship, and build something game-changing.
If you’re ready to turn your startup spark into a blazing success story, this might just be your launchpad.
Ideabaaz, an innovative show and initiative that brings together India’s first integrated digital marketplace for startups and investors, was launched today at the @NSEIndia HO.
Our MD & CEO, Shri @ashishchauhan, addressed the launch event of ‘Ideabaaz’. In his remarks, he… pic.twitter.com/tJ5z7RKVkB
— NSE India (@NSEIndia) September 29, 2025
Vision And Purpose of Ideabaaz
Ideabaaz is more than a platform, it is a movement to democratize startup success, especially in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities. It aims to:
- Bridge the gap between startups and investors
- Provide critical capital access
- Offer mentorship from industry leaders
- Enable access to professional services (legal, accounting, GTM strategies, marketing)
- Introduce transparent quarterly tracking systems to ensure accountability and performance
“Our mission is simple—to bridge the gap between startups and investors, while providing the tools and ecosystem support required to scale,” said Jeet Wagh, Founder & CEO, Ideabaaz.
Today, the IdeaBaaz team came together to mark the launch of our platform and our show – India’s apna start-up manch, Ideabaaz – at a place every entrepreneur dreams of reaching one day: India’s largest stock exchange, @NSEIndia
Our keynote speaker, Mr. Ashish Chauhan, CEO &… pic.twitter.com/WOwj433No5
— Raj Nayak (@rajcheerfull) September 29, 2025
Meet the 10 Powerhouse Investors Behind Ideabaaz
A robust panel of 10 marquee investors will guide and fund emerging startups via the Ideabaaz platform:
- Rishabh Mariwala – Sharrp Ventures
- Anupam Bansal – Liberty Shoes
- Shaili Chopra – SheThePeople & Gytree
- Arjun Vaidya – V3 Ventures, Dr. Vaidya’s
- Archana Jahangir – Rukam Capital
- Jimmy Mistry – Della Group
- Sandesh Sharda – Serial Investor, Washington DC
- Simran Mohapatra – Turbo Start
- Pawan Jaggi – Genisys Group, Turbo Start
- Priyanka Salot – The Sleep Company
They bring a diverse mix of expertise in consumer, tech, wellness, D2C, venture capital, and innovation ecosystems.
Startup Reality With A Twist: Ideabaaz Show On Zee TV And Zee5
Get ready for a one-of-a-kind reality show that brings the real stories of Indian startups to your screen!
Ideabaaz is launching an entrepreneurial reality series on Zee TV and Zee5, hosted by the talented Pratik Gandhi.
From small towns to big dreams, the show will follow passionate founders as they pitch, hustle, and grow their ventures.
Dubbed in multiple Indian languages, the series aims to inspire and entertain audiences across the country.
Whether you’re a dreamer, doer, or viewer, this show is for you.
“For me, being part of this journey is more than just hosting a show—it’s about connecting with dreamers from every corner of the country,” said Pratik Gandhi.
Bharat Ka Apna Startup Manch – IDEABAAZ 🚀#Ideabaaz #BharatKaStartupManch #StartupShow #ZeeTv #PratikGandhi #comingsoon #PitchYourDream #Growth #Funding #EntrepreneurSpirit #MakeItHappen pic.twitter.com/Rkljh9F4SX
— Ideabaaz (@_Ideabaaz_) September 4, 2025
What Industry Leaders Had to Say
Ashishkumar Chauhan, MD & CEO, NSE
“By hosting the launch of Ideabaaz, we reaffirm our commitment to nurturing India’s entrepreneurial spirit. We hope many startups born here will one day ring the NSE bell.”
Raj Nayak, Mentor, Investor & Chief Curator
“This is not just a show, but a movement to make entrepreneurship part of India’s national culture.”
Mudith Kumar, Co-Founder & COO
“We’re creating a transparent, inclusive, and future-ready ecosystem. Ideabaaz is here to power India’s startup revolution.”
Strategic Knowledge Collaborations Behind Ideabaaz
To boost innovation and ecosystem building, Ideabaaz has partnered with:
- IIT Madras – Knowledge Partner
- Turbo Start – Strategic Partner
These collaborations will provide research support, startup scaling frameworks, and technology enablement.
A National Launchpad for Bharat’s Billion Dreams
Le’s be very honest, everyone watches and loves successful startup story.
So, now just imagine dozens of them, right out of the streets of India, with the real money, the real mentors, and the real screen time. That’s Ideabaaz for you.
This is not merely a platform, but a high-powered launchpad to the next-gen entrepreneurs of India, not necessarily those who reside in Bengaluru or Bombay. We are referring to tier-2 and tier-3 founders accessing VCs, visibility, and valid business support, within a single location.
There’s a reality show. For pitching, hustling, failing, and winning, live on Zee TV, Zee5, with Pratik Gandhi as an host. It resembles Shark Tank, But all things Indian.
And whether you are an investor, founder, or simply someone who gets goosebumps upon hearing a good hustle story, Ideabaaz is your new addiction.
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