<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="true">Dr. Dinesh Sankar, founder of Airah Ventures, is empowering local entrepreneurs in India with over ₹100 crore in funding.His background in taxation and financial consulting led him to understand the challenges faced by businesses in non-metro areas.Airah Ventures focuses on Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities, supporting founders with long-term vision and passion.The firm's 'people-first investment' model prioritizes the founder's mindset and problem-solving abilities.Dr. Dinesh Sankar provides mentorship in various areas including product development, marketing strategy, and financial planning.His advocacy for regional innovation ecosystems aims to decentralize India's startup success beyond major urban centers.Dr. Dinesh Sankar plans to scale Airah Ventures into a national platform for startup decentralization.His goal is to support the next 1,000 startups from India's heartlands by providing mentorship, funding, and infrastructure.By supporting founders in underserved towns, Dr. Dinesh Sankar is driving inclusivity and innovation in Indian entrepreneurship.