Networking | Founder Mindset | Collaboration Ground Rules
Startup Fundamentals | Idea Validation | Peer Evaluation
Team Building | Market Research | Consumer Behavior
Product Lifecycle | Specifications development | Development Methodologies
POC to Production steps | Solution Identification | Design Verification Plan
Connect with Manoj 1:1 for personalized mentorship for your startup
Manoj Kumar Bada Ghar Wala (Ex-Caterpillar) is a hands-on engineer and product development mentor who helps hardware startups and innovators turn ideas into market-ready products using minimal resources. He specializes in virtual prototyping (CAD/CAE), knowledge-based engineering, and efficient, process-driven development.
Manoj works closely with grassroots innovators, student startups, and women entrepreneurs, offering continuous support from idea to launch.
He is also a mentor at Atal Innovation Mission, T-Hub, BVIC, AIC-ALEAP, AIC-SANGAM, UNIDO-FLCTD, and more, with a strong focus on frugal and impact-driven hardware innovation.
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Secure financial support to kickstart and scale your startup. This funding can come from private investments, debt funds, or even grants from government.
Access technical credits from AWS, Notion, Zoho Suite, Webflow, providing the tools you need to build and scale your startup while minimizing initial expenses.
Get personalized guidance tailored to your business stage, industry, and growth bottlenecks week after week.
Learn from 500+ founders, access mentors beyond the program, and get exclusive templates, pitch decks, legal and financial tools.
Gain access to leading incubators and hardware facilities across India, offering space and support to build your prototypes (T&C applies).
Expand your network, learn continuously through engaging sessions, and unlock lifetime access to all future programs for free (T&C applies).
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I’ve attended multiple startup events before, but this was different. many practical activities, strategic frameworks, and a great community for founders.
The team-building and MVP sessions were game-changing. I walked in with questions and left with a roadmap, new allies, and a mindset shift.
From mentorship to networking, everything felt relevant. I finally got clear on my next steps, and connected with people I still work with today.
This wasn’t a lecture, it was hands-on. I got expert feedback, bonded with fellow founders, and finally understood how to build something that investors will take seriously.
I didn’t just meet mentors, I met future collaborators. The program helped me structure my startup, validate my direction, and build momentum with a real support system.
Before this program, I was constantly second-guessing my idea. In just 4 days, I walked out with clarity, a clear MVP plan, and connections with founders who truly get the journey.
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