'Access, not equity': Nikhil Kamath on democratizing opportunity for young Indian entrepreneurs

When Nikhil Kamath co-founded Zerodha in 2010, the southern Indian city of Bengaluru (formerly known as Bangalore) wasn't the thriving startup ecosystem it is today. There were no venture capitalists scouting for the next unicorn, no incubators offering guidance, and certainly no funds dedicated to helping young entrepreneurs test their ideas.

Jun 26, 2025 - 11:16
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'Access, not equity': Nikhil Kamath on democratizing opportunity for young Indian entrepreneurs
When Nikhil Kamath co-founded Zerodha in 2010, the southern Indian city of Bengaluru (formerly known as Bangalore) wasn't the thriving startup ecosystem it is today. There were no venture capitalists scouting for the next unicorn, no incubators offering guidance, and certainly no funds dedicated to helping young entrepreneurs test their ideas.