Artha Unplugged Podcast

ARTHA UNPLUGGED IS BACK!! After a year, Artha Unplugged returns with an episode that captures one of the most defining moments in India’s deep-tech journey. In this episode, we talk with the builders who are quite literally taking India to orbit: Agnikul Cosmos and TakeMe2Space - two startups shaping the future of India’s private space ecosystem. From rocket launches off Indian soil to building space-ready platforms for global customers, this is an unfiltered conversation on what it truly takes to build in frontier tech. What you will hear in this episode:Ronak K. Samantray on building NowFloats, navigating scale, and the journey to its acquisition by RelianceWhy space is India’s next breakout startup opportunity, and what makes this cycle differentHow TakeMe2Space is building infrastructure for the emerging space economyAgnikul’s vision of “Rocket as a Service” and how it changes access to spaceAgnikul Cosmos: https://agnikul.in/TakeMe2Space: https://takeme2space.com/This is not just a podcast - it’s a masterclass in conviction, resilience, and long-term thinking for founders, operators, investors, and anyone bullish on India’s innovation story. If you care about deep tech, space, or building category-defining companies - this episode is a must-watch. Check out the Guests

INTRODUCING THE ARTHA UNPLUGGED PODCAST! 🔌🎙️ Our Unplugged podcast series is here, bringing you unfiltered insights from game-changing entrepreneurs and investors. For this episode, we are beyond excited to host Srinath Ravichandran and Moin SPM, the co-founders of Agnikul Cosmos, better known as India’s Rocket Boys! 🚀About Agnikul Cosmos:Founded in 2017 by Srinath Ravichandran and Moin SPM, Agnikul Cosmos is revolutionising space access with its customisable, on-demand launch services. Incubated at IIT Madras, the company developed Agnibaan, a two-stage rocket designed for small satellite launches, featuring the world’s first single-piece 3D-printed rocket engine, Agnilet.With strong backing from investors and ISRO’s support, Agnikul is at the forefront of India's private space industry. Their innovation enables cost-effective, flexible satellite launches, democratising access to orbit for startups, research institutions, and businesses. By pushing the boundaries of aerospace technology, Agnikul is positioning India as a key player in the global space economy.🔥 This is a fireside chat you don't want to miss!