Kunal Bahl (left) and Rohit Bansal, Co-founders of Snapdeal, AceVector Group and Titan Capital Image: Madhu Kapparath
An ancient land of immense wealth and untold riches, India, famously known as the ‘sone ki chidiya’ or the Golden Bird, held the position of one of the world’s top two largest economies for centuries, spanning from the early eras through till the 17th century. However, India experienced significant changes in the last few centuries that have shaped its trajectory in the modern world. Today, after 350 years, India stands tall as one of the largest democracies with a vast young population that is steadily climbing the economic ladder. It stands on the verge of being the third-largest economy in the world after centuries. With the implementation of advanced technologies like 5G and the upcoming advancements in connectivity, India has become a seamlessly connected nation, fostering a thriving ecosystem where digitalisation has played the role of a great enabler and socioeconomic equaliser.
(This story appears in the 16 June, 2023 issue of Forbes India. To visit our Archives, click here.)