TradeFlock has officially released its India’s 40 Under 40 2026 list, a prestigious recognition celebrating the nation’s most influential young business leaders. These entrepreneurs, innovators, and executives are not only achieving commercial success but are actively reshaping India’s socio-economic landscape through technology, creativity, and community impact.
A Diverse Leadership for a Transforming India
The 2026 edition highlights the new wave of Indian leadership. All under 40, these pioneers are at the forefront of job creation, sector innovation, and global competitiveness. They leverage emerging technologies across DeepTech, Agritech, and EdTech to modernize traditional industries while setting new benchmarks in productivity and efficiency.
Selection for this list is based on:
- The potential to drive sustainable, long-term growth
- Ability to innovate and lead organizations in rapidly evolving markets
- Contribution to shaping India’s workforce and business ecosystem
Meet the Trailblazers: India’s 40 Under 40
This year’s honorees include founders, disruptors, corporate leaders, and brand builders who are shaping India’s “New Economic Era.” Here are some of the standout leaders:
Dhruv Kohli — Founder, Boba Bhai
Dhruv Kohli is a serial entrepreneur and Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree. By launching Boba Bhai, he popularized bubble tea and Korean-inspired burgers in India, opening 60+ outlets across 9 cities in 18 months. His focus on Gen-Z consumers and premium quality has made Boba Bhai a fast-growing QSR brand.
Adwaita Nayar — Founder & CEO, Nykaa Fashion
Adwaita Nayar co-founded Nykaa Fashion alongside her mother, Falguni Nayar. She has scaled the vertical to over 25% of Nykaa’s consolidated turnover, transforming the beauty e-tailer into a full-fledged lifestyle brand with a focus on premium, trend-driven offerings.
Ashray Sachdeva — Senior Manager, Social Marketing, Netflix
Ashray Sachdeva is a marketing strategist with 15+ years in digital media. Before Netflix, he contributed to Amazon miniTV and TikTok, and co-founded Humour Me, a storytelling and influencer marketing agency.
Udit Madan — Senior VP (Worldwide Operations), Amazon
Udit Madan is Amazon’s youngest senior vice president, managing a global logistics network with over 1 million employees and 2,000 warehouses. He rose from software engineer to executive by pioneering supply chain automation and “last-mile” delivery innovations.
Mrunal Panchal — Founder & CEO, Mrucha Beauty
Mrunal Panchal, also known as “Mrunu,” transitioned from influencer to entrepreneur, launching Mrucha Beauty—a Gen Z-focused cosmetics brand celebrating bold self-expression. She was ranked as the most-followed influencer-founder on the 2025 Hurun India Women Leaders List.
About TradeFlock
TradeFlock is a global media platform dedicated to uncovering India’s most creative and inspiring young leaders. By highlighting visionary entrepreneurs and executives, TradeFlock bridges the gap between today’s success stories and tomorrow’s innovation.
Through initiatives like India’s 40 Under 40, TradeFlock celebrates leadership, innovation, and impact, giving young trailblazers a platform to inspire the next generation while documenting the evolution of India’s economic landscape on the world stage.
