Prashanth Prakash is an Indian Venture Capitalist, entrepreneur and philanthropist based in Bengaluru. He is the founding partner of Accel India. [1] [2] He received Padma Shri in 2025 from the Government of India for his contribution to Trade & Industry. [3]

1 day ago · Prashanth Prakash, a renowned entrepreneur and venture capitalist, has been honored with the Padma Shri Award for his contributions to trade and industry. As the founder of Accel India, he has ...

As a key member of Accel’s India team, Prashanth Prakash focuses on consumer Internet services, online marketplaces, and SaaS. Find out more.

3 days ago · Prashanth Prakash, a founding partner of a US-based venture capital firm, has been conferred with the Padma Shri, India's fourth-highest civilian award. This significant recognition is a testament to his contributions to trade and industry. Prakash's investment portfolio boasts of notable names such as BlueStone, BookMyShow, CleverTap ...

2 days ago · Prashanth Prakash, a leading venture capitalist and entrepreneur, has been conferred with the prestigious Padma Shri award by the Government of India in the Trade and Industry category. This honour highlights his remarkable contributions to India’s entrepreneurial landscape and his impactful work in philanthropy. The Padma Shri is India’s ...

3 days ago · Prashanth Prakash, founding partner of a US-based venture capital firm has received the Padma Shri, India’s fourth-highest civilian award, for his contributions to trade and industry. His ...

3 days ago · Noted entrepreneur, philanthropist, and venture capitalist Prashanth Prakash, who was conferred the prestigious Padma Shri said on Sunday that the award recognises critical role that startups and the technology sector have played in nation-building, and he feels honoured to be chosen for it. The recognition - in the category of trade and industry - …

3 days ago · Prashanth Prakash, a top venture capitalist and entrepreneur, has been awarded the prestigious Padma Shri award by the government in the category of Trade and Industry. This recognition underscores his contributions to shaping India’s entrepreneurial ecosystem and his impactful work in philanthropy. The Padma Shri is the fourth-highest ...

3 days ago · Prashanth Prakash, a prominent entrepreneur, philanthropist, and venture capitalist (VC), has been awarded the fourth-highest civilian award 'Padma Shri' in the category of Trade and Industry.