Mentorship isn't just about giving advice

I actively seek individuals who have what I call founder-level skillsets

- Shail Desai

(IIT)-Delhi exposed Amit Jain to a culture of innovation and laid the foundation for his entrepreneurial journey. "I was exposed to a rigorous academic environment that sharpened my problem-solving skills and analytical thinking. College taught me how to identify gaps in the market and develop tech-driven solutions," says Jaipur-based Jain, 49, chief executive officer and co-founder of CarDekho Group.

When Jain and his brother, Anurag, jumped into the research to buy their first car, they realised there wasn't much information online. It was only when they visited an Auto Expo in Delhi that they had access to brochures, expert insights and vehicle specifications. It made them realise the need for CarDekho, a reliable platform that would provide everything that a car buyer needed.