The Motwani Jadeja Foundation empowers entrepreneurs and change-makers through fellowships, direct investments, and strategic partnerships. Committed to fostering equality and driving social progress through bold ideas and experimentation, MJF supports visionary leaders to explore global opportunities and create lasting impact.
The legacy of MJF
The Motwani Jadeja Foundation traces its origins to the pioneering spirit of Silicon Valley and the close-knit community at Stanford University. Founded by Asha Jadeja, an entrepreneur and philanthropist, the foundation honors the legacy of her late husband, Rajeev Motwani, a visionary Stanford professor, mentor, and guide to the Google co-founders. His seminal work on Google’s PageRank and mentorship of countless startups shaped the modern tech landscape. Today, the foundation carries forward their shared vision, fostering empowerment and entrepreneurship, bridging technology and social good to drive global impact.
The world is looking to India—not just for its talent, but for its ideas, its courage, and its ability to lead. By fostering global partnerships, empowering our youth, and amplifying our innovations, we can redefine our place on the world stage—not as followers, but as leaders of the future. Together, we can make India the innovation hub and moral compass of the 21st century.
- Asha Jadeja
Prof Rajeev Motwani
Asha Jadeja Motwani
Our Flagship Initiatives
The Motwani Jadeja Foundation (MJF) creates pioneering platforms dedicated to fostering innovation, collaboration, and cultural enrichment. Through its diverse initiatives, MJF empowers entrepreneurs, creators, and thought leaders to address global challenges and amplify India's contributions across technology, arts, history, and socio-economic development. Committed to nurturing human-centric solutions and global connectivity, MJF serves as a catalyst for transformative ideas, bridging local ingenuity with global opportunities. Below are some of its flagship initiatives:
MITLI: The Motwani Institute for Thought Leadership in Innovation is a thinktank to foster global collaboration & promote human-centric solutions to global challenges.
Motwani Jadeja India Pavilion at CES: A showcase for Indian startups and innovators at the Consumer Electronics Show, promoting their technological advancements to a global audience.
Rajeev Circle Fellowship: A month-long program that connects young entrepreneurs from India with Silicon Valley, fostering mentorship and collaboration to scale transformative ideas.
Global India Dialogues: A series of conversations bringing together global leaders to discuss India's role in technology, economics, and socio-political innovation.
Motwani Jadeja Global Leaders at Davos: Aimed at cultivating visionary leaders, this program connects change-makers from various domains to the global exposure during the WEF week in Davos.
MakerFest: An open platform fostering grassroots innovation, MakerFest showcases local inventors and creators, inspired by the Maker Movement.
RC History Scholars: RC History Scholars foster scholarly work on Indian history, emphasizing evidence-based, Indic perspectives to highlight India's diverse historical contributions.
MJF Arts: Encompasses the South Asia's largest art prize to support groundbreaking projects by Indian artists, promoting and enhancing India's global cultural presence.
Motwani Jadeja Global Leaders at Davos 2025
Global India at Davos: A Delegation of Indian Leaders at Davos 2025
The Motwani Jadeja Global Leaders Program is a flagship initiative by the Motwani Jadeja Foundation (MJF) designed to empower exceptional Indian leaders by integrating them into global networks and opportunities. Building upon its rich legacy of fostering innovation and entrepreneurship, this program signifies a pivotal step in MJF's mission to contribute to the 21st Global India Century.
During the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2025 at Davos, Switzerland, the Global Leaders delegation will actively participate in shaping discussions on critical global issues, aligning with India's growing stature as a global thought leader. This delegation comprises visionary entrepreneurs, policymakers, and impact-driven leaders, each dedicated to fostering crosssector collaboration and driving tangible change. The Foundation is assisting these leaders in curating their individual experiences at Davos, facilitating introductions to global stakeholders, and opening doors to transformative opportunities.
This initiative is a testament to the Foundation’s commitment to bridging Indian ingenuity with global ecosystems, ensuring India’s exceptional talent continues to leave a mark on the world stage.
Sharma Founder and CEO, Digantara Bengaluru, India
Anirudh Sharma, the esteemed Founder and CEO of Digantara, embarked on his visionary journey at the tender age of 19, aspiring to guide humanity beyond the confines of Earth. Through his distinguished leadership, Digantara has ascended to the forefront of Space Navigation and Space Domain Awareness, setting new benchmarks in sustainability within the burgeoning space economy. The company has commendably launched one of the inaugural commercial Space Weather and Space Surveillance missions, in collaboration with ISRO and SpaceX. This remarkable achievement affirmatively establishes Digantara as a pioneering force, dedicated to enhancing the safety and efficacy of orbital operations. With its groundbreaking initiatives, the company continues to fortify its position as a luminary in the sphere of space exploration, thereby contributing significantly to the advancement of human endeavors beyond our terrestrial limits.
www.digantara.com
linkedin.com/in/anirudh-sharma-digantara
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Pawan Kumar Chandana
Co-Founder & CEO of Skyroot Aerospace
Hyderabad, India
Pawan, the Co-Founder and CEO of Skyroot Aerospace, has significantly contributed to the advancement of India's space technology sector. Under his leadership, Skyroot became a pioneering force by launching India's first privately developed rocket into space in 2022. With a background as a scientist at the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and an alumnus of the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology – Kharagpur, Pawan has steered Skyroot to remarkable achievements. The company has received two national awards, expanded to a robust team of 350 members, and established four operational factories. Moreover, Skyroot has successfully raised approximately $100 million in capital. His endeavors have earned him a place in the Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia list and recognition as one of the next 100 young achievers by India Today. Through his visionary leadership, Pawan has played a pivotal role in shaping the future of space exploration in India with professionalism and dedication.
www.skyroot.in
linkedin.com/in/pawan-kumar-chandana-a90b6514
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Rahul Bhagchandani
Rajeev Circle Fellow 2019
Ahmedabad, India
Rahul Bhagchandani is an enabler in India’s startup ecosystem, having experienced a unique journey as a founder, incubator leader, and policymaker. He serves as an advisor on innovation to Gujarat Technological University and is advancing efforts at the Motwani Jadeja Foundation, where he has been a Rajeev Circle Fellow since 2019. Rahul is credited with developing the Student Startup and Innovation Policy (SSIP) in India, a pioneering initiative that has impacted over 10 million students and fostered localized startup ecosystems. He has also worked closely with UNICEF to drive innovation programs for children and young women. As one of India’s youngest CEOs in the public sector, Rahul co-founded GUSEC, establishing a world-class startup incubator. Under his leadership, GUSEC grew into a thriving community of 1,000 startups, creating over 10,000 jobs and delivering substantial economic returns. Rahul’s entrepreneurial journey began at 17 with Youth Connect, a pioneering youth magazine.
www.mjf.world
linkedin.com/in/rahulbhagchandani/
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Raj Shekhar Singh
Founder and Partner Z21 Ventures
Castro Valley, United States
Raj exemplifies a profound ability to establish and expand startups across varied industries, notably in B2B SaaS, Healthtech, Electric Vehicles, High Technology, and Autonomous Driving. As a co-founder of the International Battery Company and HyperspecAI, and a founding member of Innovaccer, Raj epitomizes leadership and innovation. With academic credentials including a Bachelor of Technology from IIT Kharagpur and a Doctorate from UC Berkeley, his expertise is firmly rooted in advanced technology. Raj has consistently driven the growth of pioneering startups and led investments in emerging enterprises through Z21 Ventures. His deep insights into industry landscapes are honed through significant practical experience and strategic leadership. During his tenure at McKinsey, he refined his strategic and operational acumen, collaborating extensively with Fortune 500 companies in the high-tech sector. Raj remains an advocate for innovation and collaboration, welcoming partnerships that foster transformative technological advancements.
www.z21.ventures
linkedin.com/in/rajshekharsingh1
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Sachidanand Swami
Founder, Invoxel Technologies Pvt Ltd
Delhi, India
Mr. Sachidanand Swami has been instrumental in advancing the use of immersive technologies for global heritage preservation. As the Founder and CEO of Invoxel Technologies, Mr. Swami envisions transforming cultural preservation through XR, VR, AR, and AI-powered digital twins. His leadership has positioned Invoxel Technologies at the forefront of revolutionizing India's heritage landscape, turning historical sites, temples, and museums into interactive digital experiences that preserve cultural legacy while making it accessible worldwide.In collaboration with various governmental bodies, Mr. Swami has led pioneering projects like the digitalization of Mahatma Gandhi Museums during his 150th birth anniversary, integrating advanced technologies such as interactive surfaces and holographic displays. His initiatives at the National Crafts Museum highlight India's artisanal traditions through virtual mediums.
www.invoxel.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/saswami
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Saurav Sanyal
Managing Partner, Strategica
Gurgaon, India
Saurav is the esteemed Managing Partner of Strategica LLP, a prominent management consulting firm headquartered in Gurugram, India, with esteemed partners across the UK, France, Switzerland, and Japan. Renowned as an expert in global trade, he has provided strategic counsel to both Indian and international companies on global expansion. His diverse expertise encompasses sectors such as Healthcare, Biotechnology, Smart Cities, and more, advising on significant engagements and joint ventures. He has been pivotal in shaping the India strategies for Fortune 500 companies and steering BSE-listed Indian firms towards international growth. Saurav's advisory roles extend to prestigious international government bodies including Paris Developpement and UK Trade and Investment, and he currently advises the Government of Ireland's trade and investment agencies. As Chair of the Ireland India Business Association since 2022, and a NonExecutive Director at GUSEC, his contributions to global trade and investment are considerable and dignified.
www.strategica.co.in
linkedin.com/in/sauravsanyal
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Siddhartha
Ahluwalia Founder, Neon Venture Fund
Bangalore, India
Siddhartha Ahluwalia is the Managing Partner at Neon Fund and the host of the acclaimed Neon Show podcast. Since its inception in September 2018, he has been pivotal in Neon, a venture capital firm investing in early-stage B2B enterprise AI companies, managing $34 million in assets across three funds. Their portfolio features 55 companies, including SpotDraft and Atomicwork. Before Neon, Ahluwalia was the Head of B2B SaaS Startup Ecosystem at Amazon Web Services (AWS) India from 2020 to 2023, where he significantly contributed to startup advancement. In 2019, he briefly led community efforts at Prime Venture Partners. He co-founded AddoDoc and Babygogo, both acquired by Sheroes in 2017. The Neon Show podcast, co-founded by Ahluwalia, provides entrepreneurial insights globally, achieving 25 million monthly listens, and is a prominent podcast among venture capital funds globally.
www.neon.fund
linkedin.com/in/siddharthaahluwalia
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Dr. Suhani Jalota
Founder, Myna Mahila Foundation
Mumbai, India
Dr. Suhani Jalota is the visionary founder of the Myna Mahila Foundation, a pivotal organization committed to empowering women across India's urban slums, impacting over 1.5 million women. With her leadership, the Foundation has become a beacon of hope and growth, transforming communities through its grassroots initiatives. Dr. Jalota's academic prowess is reflected in her esteemed positions as a Hoover Fellow at Stanford University, holding a PhD in Economics and an MBA, where she was honored as a Knight Hennessy Scholar. Her entrepreneurial spirit is also evident in her establishment of Myna Research, a dedicated platform for conducting field experiments on women’s issues. Presently, Dr. Jalota is spearheading Rani Work, an innovative employment platform facilitating digital job opportunities for women in India. Her illustrious career, spanning fourteen years, is marked by significant contributions to health care, sanitation, and social policies globally. Dr. Jalota's accolades include being named in Forbes Asia Under 30 and receiving the Queen’s Young Leader Award.
https://www.hoover.org/profiles/suhani-jalota
linkedin.com/in/suhanijalota
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Dr. Tumbeswara Rao Una Associate Professor, MICA
Ahmedabad, India
Dr. Tumbeswara Rao Unna stands as a paragon of achievement in diverse fields. As an Associate Professor at MICA, he balances academia with practical innovations in film production, notably through awardwinning works like "Mara Papa Superhero" and "Whispers of a Storm." His leadership extends to founding Shrey Multispecialty Hospital, Clion Care, and Openfuel, and being a partner at Saiffron Entertainment. Dr. Unna's influence reaches the entrepreneurial world through his roles on governing boards, such as ISBA and TiE Ahmedabad, and advisory boards across the UK and US. His governmental committee work underscores his commitment to entrepreneurship. Education also benefits from his expertise, with contributions as visiting faculty at esteemed institutions globally. Distinguished accolades, including the Startup Gujarat award and recognition at international film festivals, highlight his dedication to excellence. His endeavors continue to inspire growth and innovation across industries.
