Managing Director, Laxmi Publications | Startup Mentor | Ecosystem Enabler | Strategic Advisor | Backing scalable startups across fintech, edtech, consumer technology and SaaS.
New Delhi, Delhi, India, New Delhi, Delhi, India - 110001
Saurabh Gupta is the Managing Director of Laxmi Publications Pvt. Ltd. and a startup investor with investments in more than 10 companies. His portfolio includes Jar, Saarthi, VResorts, Dukaan.com and Belatrix. He typically invests ₹50 lakh to ₹1 crore, focusing on scalable businesses with strong market potential and sustainable growth opportunities.
This section highlights an investor’s thesis — focusing on visionary founders, scalable business models, and impactful solutions. The approach blends capital and mentorship to back startups with strong growth potential, sustainable execution, and long-term value creation.
Pre-Seed, Seed
FinTech, EdTech / Learning Platforms, E-Commerce & Marketplaces / RetailTech
₹25L–1Cr
10
Pan-India / Sector Agnostic
Flexible
This section highlights collaboration opportunities with investors — from visionary founders and co-investors to incubators and ecosystem partners. The focus is on building impactful businesses through strategic partnerships, capital, guidance, and networks for sustainable growth.
Startup Scouting & Deal Flow (Access curated startups from incubators and institutions)
Mentorship Opportunities (Provide or receive mentoring via institutional networks)
Events & Knowledge Sharing (Co-host summits, bootcamps, or workshops with institutions)
Mentorship for Portfolio Companies (Connect portfolio startups with subject experts or mentors)
Deal Sourcing / Startup Referrals (Reach new startups and deal flow)
Strategic Partnerships / Business Development (Facilitate partnerships through your network)
Deal Sharing / Referral Exchange (Share or receive deal flow)
Strategic Partnerships (Form alliances with other investors for sector focus)
Knowledge & Insights Sharing (Exchange market research, reports, or benchmarks)
Success stories reflect the true impact of investment. This section highlights founders’ journeys, challenges overcome, and milestones achieved, showcasing how startups create innovation, growth, and long-term value for the ecosystem.
I invested in Jar, a savings platform helping users build saving habits through digital gold and products, as part of my technology-focused portfolio.
I invested in V Resorts, a travel and hospitality company focused on curated resort stays and experiential travel across India for modern travellers.
I invested in Saarthi as part of my startup portfolio, supporting the company’s growth journey and long-term business development through capital investment.
I invested in Dukaan, a technology platform that enables merchants and businesses to create and manage their own e-commerce stores without requiring technical expertise.
I invested in Belatrix as part of my startup portfolio, providing capital to support the company’s business journey and future sustainable growth opportunities and expansion.