Success Story: Prashanth Prakash is a prominent name in the business world, and he was recently awarded the prestigious Padma Shri for his valuable contributions to trade and industry. His leadership and experience have propelled several businesses and startups to success. As the founder of Accel India, Prakash has been instrumental in the growth of successful startups such as Swiggy, BookMyShow, and Flipkart, among others. His work and leadership have created millions of jobs and addressed numerous social challenges in areas such as education, healthcare, and climate change.
From a broader perspective, Prashanth Prakash’s efforts have helped transform India into a thriving hub for entrepreneurship and innovation. Throughout his career, he has supported major companies, including Infra. Market, Bluestone, and Urban Company, which are now generating millions of jobs for the country’s youth
As per reports, the Accel India founder also served as an advisor to Karnataka’s former Chief Minister, BS Yediyurappa.
Not only that, Prakash also works on addressing and eliminating social issues. He collaborated with ACT Grants, Unboxing BLR Foundation, and Shiksha Foundation to address major social issues to education, agriculture, healthcare, and urban infrastructure.
Prakash expressed his appreciation for receiving the Padma Shri from the Government of India, stating, “It is a great honour for me. This award underscores the important contribution of startups and the technology industry to the development of the nation. I dedicate this recognition to my colleagues and all those who have worked diligently to enhance India’s startup ecosystem.”