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Vidit Aatrey

05/22/19

@ Y Combinator

The Indian startup ecosystem has evolved to focus more on local needs rather than just copying models from the US or China.

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Vidit Aatrey on Building Meesho, India's Top Reselling Platform, with Adora Cheung

@ Y Combinator

Vidit Aatrey on Building Meesho, India's Top Reselling Platform, with Adora Cheung

05/22/19

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Geoff Ralston

12/15/20

@ Y Combinator

The pace of innovation in startups remains strong, with many companies applying successful models from one geography to another, such as adapting the Shopify model to India.

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Sam Altman

05/06/15

@ Platzi Team

Instead of replicating successful U.S. startups in local markets, entrepreneurs should focus on solving local problems with innovative solutions that may not resemble existing models.

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Y Combinator Cast

04/25/24

@ Y Combinator

The current funding landscape has seen a decline in local market-focused startups, with less emphasis on replicating successful U.S. models in international markets.

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Tikhon Bernstam

09/09/17

@ Y Combinator

I learned that many international startup scenes are trying to replicate Silicon Valley, but it's more effective to focus on niche markets and build supportive communities.

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Vidit Aatrey

05/22/19

@ Y Combinator

It's possible for foreigners to start a startup in India, but they need to understand the local culture and user behavior.

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Geoff Ralston

12/15/20

@ Y Combinator

While there is a mix of local innovation and the application of successful models to new markets, the creativity in startup applications has not diminished during the pandemic.

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Aadit Palicha

04/18/25

@ Y Combinator

The advantage of building a startup in India is the incredible talent available, which is often underestimated.

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Aadit Palicha

04/18/25

@ Y Combinator

We're focused on innovating in Indian consumer internet by deepening our product market fit rather than diversifying into multiple verticals.

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Michael Seibel

06/09/22

@ Y Combinator

There's a trend of founders wanting to be part of a startup ecosystem rather than just building one, showing a desire for community and collaboration.