Pi Ventures

Pi Ventures is a pioneering early-stage deep-tech and AI-focused venture capital firm based in India. The firm makes high-stake bets on disruptive companies that leverage cutting-edge technology to solve global problems. They are committed to backing visionary founders who are shaping tomorrow by building radically better futures, with a strong belief in India's potential to become a global deep-tech superpower. Pi Ventures invests across diverse sectors, including artificial intelligence, machine learning, robotics, energy, life sciences, quantum computing, advanced materials, and sustainability, with a focus on disruptive innovations.

Pi Ventures was founded in 2016 by Manish Singhal and Umakant Soni. The firm was established with the vision to power India's deep-tech engine, finding founders, funding ventures, and fueling innovation. Their philosophy is rooted in the belief that India is poised to lead the deep-tech revolution, driven by a thriving talent pool and a rapidly growing innovation ecosystem. They aim to support fundamental technological innovations that will fundamentally alter the world and back entrepreneurs with vision and grit to achieve transformative outcomes.

Pi Ventures boasts a portfolio of over 25 companies, with notable investments spanning various deep-tech domains. Key portfolio companies include Agnikul Cosmos, which develops 3D printed rockets for small satellites; Pixis, an AI-powered marketing automation platform; Ottonomy, focusing on fully autonomous last-mile delivery robots; and Quanfluence, engaged in photonic quantum computing. Other significant investments include Zero Cow Factory (alternative protein), Wysa (AI-driven mental health support), Niramai (AI-powered breast cancer screening), Velmenni (wireless connectivity), and Armatrix (industrial inspection robots). Recent investments also include Moonrider, LightSpeed Photonics, Helex, Green Aero Tech, and Theranautilus.

The team at Pi Ventures comprises investors with founder DNA, many of whom are ex-founders and operators themselves. This background allows them to empathize with and provide patient capital, extensive networks, and deep knowledge to support entrepreneurs. The firm prides itself on being "bold backers," willing to lead investments that others might shy away from, matching the daring visions and unshakable conviction of the founders they support. The team includes Founding Partner Manish Singhal, Partner Shubham Sandeep, AVP Milan Roy, VP - Finance & Legal Vinit Agrawal, and AVP Sparsh Kumar, among others.