One of the biggest draws for any founder walking into a startup fest is the chance to stand in front of the right investor. At Innofest India 3.0, happening on 30th September – 1st October 2026 at the Rajasthan International Centre, Jaipur, that opportunity comes in the form of Investor Connect, a curated line-up of five active investors representing some of India’s emerging venture and capital firms.
As the largest startup fest in Rajasthan, Innofest India 3.0 brings together startups, investors, entrepreneurs, industry leaders, students and ecosystem enablers on a common platform designed to turn ideas and conversations into meaningful opportunities.
Who’s on the Panel
Dr. Rohit Jhunjhunwala - Partner, IN44 Capital
Bringing an investor’s eye to early-stage and growth opportunities, Dr. Jhunjhunwala’s presence signals IN44 Capital’s continued interest in scouting founders from beyond the metro startup circuit.
Mr. Amar Dixit - Founding Partner & CIO, SwiftSeed Ventures
As a founding partner steering investment strategy at SwiftSeed Ventures, Mr. Dixit represents the kind of hands-on, seed-stage capital that early founders need most, not just funding, but conviction.
Mr. Himanshu Manocha - Investment Leader, Enrission India Capital
Leading investment decisions at Enrission India Capital, Mr. Manocha’s participation reflects the growing appetite among Indian capital leaders to actively engage with founders at grassroots-level events like Innofest.
Mr. Vidit Chauhan - VP, Investments, Anay Ventures
Heading investment evaluation at Anay Ventures, Mr. Chauhan brings a structured, portfolio-driven lens to the founders he’ll meet on the Innofest floor.
Mr. Samarth Gupta - Investment Team, Eraya Capital
Representing Eraya Capital’s investment team, Mr. Gupta rounds out a panel that spans multiple stages and sectors of India’s funding landscape.
Why This Line-Up Matters for Founders
Innofest 2.0 delivered over ₹2.5 crore in cumulative funding and connected 200+ startups with 50+ investors. Innofest India 3.0 is aiming higher still, targeting 100+ investors and assured funding and mentoring opportunities for participating startups. Investor Connect is the engine room of that ambition.
For founders attending this Rajasthan startup event, Investor Connect offers more than a conventional networking opportunity. It creates a focused environment for a startup pitch to investors, allowing entrepreneurs to present their businesses directly to people actively evaluating investment opportunities.
For founders attending, this is a chance to:
- Pitch directly to active, deploying capital
- Get real-time feedback on business models and fundability
- Build relationships that extend well beyond the two days of the fest
- Understand what different types of investors, seed funds, VC partners and family capital are actually looking for right now
Come Prepared
With five investors representing distinct firms and investment philosophies, founders attending Innofest India 3.0 would do well to have their pitch decks, unit economics and traction numbers ready. Investor Connect rewards founders who show up prepared to have a real conversation, not just collect business cards.
For startups looking to connect with investors, understand funding expectations and explore potential capital opportunities, Investor Connect is set to be one of the key highlights of this top startup fest in India.