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Vikas Acharya

Stealth • 8d

Nikhil Kamath announces second cohort of WTFund WTFund, an initiative for entrepreneurs under 25, led by investor and entrepreneur Nikhil Kamath, has unveiled its second cohort, featuring 22 founders. WTFund provides up to Rs 20 lakh in grant funding, along with mentorship and strategic partnerships, to help startups scale their impact. By democratizing access to opportunities, WTFund has positioned itself as a launchpad for first-time founders, fostering a culture of innovation, resilience, and learning. It aims to bridge critical gaps in India’s startup ecosystem while empowering young entrepreneurs to build and grow. According to WTFund, it received applications from over 50 cities, including those from all tiers and remote areas. The second cohort features solutions spanning tech/SaaS, D2C, edtech, fintech, healthtech, agritech, and cleantech, driving innovation at scale. The applications also reflected a strong mobile-first mindset across all tiers. Tier 1 startups are pioneering AI/ML-driven B2B solutions, while Tier 2 and 3 founders are building vernacular-first B2C innovations tailored for India's diverse markets. These entrepreneurs are addressing local challenges while creating globally scalable solutions. The second cohort highlights nine startups, each bringing innovative solutions with the potential for significant impact. These include Nasadya, InnerGize, Armatrix, Drnk, Neoperk, ReferRush, Modus AI, Bytes, and Ai.gnosis. WTFund is designed to empower young entrepreneurs under 25 by providing early-stage grants, mentorship, and resources. Led by Nikhil Kamath, it backs founders solving critical real-world problems across sectors like healthtech, energy transition, AI, and space tech, enabling them to scale without immediate dilution pressures. The fund aspires to democratize access to capital and nurture a new generation of bold, risk

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Anonymous 1

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Finally, funding that isn’t just for IIT/IIM grads. Most VC money goes to founders from elite colleges, but WTFund is tapping into real grassroots innovation.

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