Mumbai, December 18, 2023: Mr. Rikant Pittie, the visionary Co-Founder of EaseMyTrip.com, has reaffirmed his commitment to fostering innovation and supporting promising startups with a substantial investment across multiple episodes of the ‘Indian Angels’ show streaming on Jio Cinema.
Since the onset of the groundbreaking show, Mr. Pittie has emerged as a stalwart investor, strategically deploying funds in ventures spanning diverse industries. His strategic investments exemplify a dedicated commitment to nurturing startups with the tenacity to overcome challenges and achieve success.
In a compelling series of strategic investments featured on Jio Cinema’s ‘Indian Angels,’ Mr. Rikant Pittie has demonstrated a versatile and unwavering commitment to supporting startups. The initial episodes (1 and 2) witnessed his endorsement of Atpata by Taste and Happie Curves, showcasing his dedication to the FMCG and women’s clothing markets. Episodes 3 and 4 marked investments in ReGrip, Shakti Wearables, and Vastu Ghee, revealing Mr. Pittie’s keen insight into diverse industries, spanning from automobiles (tyres) to Food and Beverage (Dairy) and Smart Wearables (Women’s safety). Episode 5 stood out as a significant milestone when Mr. Pittie continued his impressive streak, making a high-impact investment in Sohamm Snacks. Concluding the series on a positive note, Episode 8 highlighted Mr. Pittie’s commitment to modernizing oral health routines with a strategic investment in Team Habbits. This investment journey reflects Mr. Pittie’s diverse interests and steadfast support for innovative ventures across various sectors.
“Venturing into diverse industries with strategic investments is more than a financial commitment for me; it’s a belief in the power of innovation. These startups represent the future, and my support signifies a commitment to nurturing transformative ideas that have the potential to redefine their respective sectors. In every investment, I see a unique opportunity to contribute to the evolving landscape of entrepreneurship, supporting ventures that break away from the ordinary and pave the way for a more dynamic and innovative future.” Rikant Pittie, Co-Founder, EaseMyTrip.
Mr. Rikant Pittie entered the entrepreneurial arena at the tender age of 16, demonstrating early leadership and business acuity. His instrumental role in the development of EaseMyTrip, along with the establishment of its technological framework, showcases a profound comprehension of the intricacies inherent in building businesses from the ground up. Participating alongside five distinguished panellists on the ‘Indian Angels’ show, Mr. Pittie’s strategic investments in seven ventures in the show underscore his dedicated commitment to nurturing startups with the tenacity to overcome challenges and achieve success.
Claiming to be the world’s first angel investment show on OTT, ‘Indian Angels’ is produced by Digikore Studios and was released on November 03, 2023. It is a groundbreaking show, transforming the startup industry and entrepreneurial ecosystem with its innovative format. In addition to the angel investors supporting ventures, the first-of-its-kind show enables viewers to become investors themselves.
