India is becoming a major force in the business realm with many budding entrepreneurs taking the lead.
Among them, a major share consists of women entrepreneurs. Here, let's have a look at India's leading brands that were founded by women.
Nykaa - Falguni Nayar: India’s most loved e-commerce platform with an extensive collection of products ranging from cosmetics, skincare, haircare, and more, was founded by Falguni Nayar.
Thrillophilia - Chitra Gurnani Daga: A popular travel and adventure website, Thrillophilia, dedicated to creating memorable experiences for tourists, was co-founded by Chitra Gurnani Daga.
MamaEarth - Ghazal Alagh: A well-known Indian company MamaEarth was co-founded by Ghazal Alagh emphasizing natural products for mothers and kids.
Le15 - Pooja Dhingra: The popular patisserie chain in India, Le15 was founded by Pooja Dhingra in 2010. She is also called the ‘Macaroon Queen of India’ for introducing India to French pastry.
Zivame - Richa Kar: India's largest online lingerie brand, Zivame was co-founded by Richa Kar in 2011 and has been a pioneering force in changing the perception of lingerie shopping in India.
VLCC - Vandana Luthra: Globally recognised VLCC (Vandana Luthra's Curls and Curves) was founded by Vandana Luthra in the year 1989, providing services in the field of health, beauty, and wellness with a holistic approach.
MobiKwik, Upasana Taku: Upasana Taku is the co-founder of MobiKwik, a payment service provider company which was authorised by RBI for digital transactions in 2013. It joined the list of unicorn startups in India in 2021.